The French striker had an unsatisfactory FIFA Club World Cup in the US, suffering from acute gastritis and had to be hospitalized. Mbappe missed all three of Real Madrid's group stage matches, and only came on as a substitute in the round of 16 (minute 68).

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Mbappe and Hakimi on vacation in Puerto Rico. Photo: Deportes PRC

The quarter-final match, Real Madrid 3-2 Dortmund was similar, Mbappe replaced Trend Alexander-Arnold in the 67th minute. In the semi-final, they met their old team PSG again, but Mbappe and the Vultures lost miserably 0-4.

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Mbappe moved to Real Madrid last summer but still maintains a close friendship with Hakimi (PSG). Photo: Sports Center
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Photo: ESPN Deportes

There are concerns about Mbappe's return to form after he lost nearly 6kg during his short illness, with Xabi Alonso also worried about his main striker.

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Mbappe had good results in his first season with Real Madrid, but could not help the team win La Liga or the Champions League. Photo: Deportes PRC

However, according to news from L'Equipe, Mbappe has had a surprising recovery, increased muscle mass and can not rule out turning concerns into advantages, with a slim and toned body.

Recently, Mbappe was seen 'showing off' his muscles with close friend Achraf Hakimi during a vacation in Puerto Rico.

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Mbappe and Hakimi show off their muscles at the beach. Photo: Ligue 1 E

Mbappe and Hakimi became friends while playing together at PSG. Although the French striker moved to Real Madrid last summer, they still maintain a good friendship and meet up whenever they have the chance.

Mbappe and Real Madrid aim to conquer the Champions League as well as La Liga in the upcoming campaign, after a title-hungry season.

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