Jude Bellingham makes a surprising return in the Champions League match against Marseille.

Bellingham's recovery ahead of an important game

According to The Sun: Jude Bellingham has surprisingly returned to training with Real Madrid ahead of a crucial match that could see him face Mason Greenwood.

It seemed that the England forward would miss another month after shoulder surgery.

Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham returned to training after a shoulder injury Alberto Gardin/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images Bellingham may face an uncomfortable confrontation with Mason Greenwood Jose Breton/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock

However, the 22-year-old Bellingham is already part of the squad for the Champions League match against Marseille, which will take place on Tuesday.

This means he could take the field against former Manchester United striker Greenwood, nearly 19 months after the altercation that occurred during a La Liga match between Real and Getafe.

At that time, Bellingham accused Greenwood of 'assaulting' him during a heated argument. Initially, he faced a potential suspension, but Greenwood requested to halt the investigation.

Although tension between them may linger, Bellingham aims to showcase his skills on the pitch if his coach Xabi Alonso decides to give him a chance.

The situation with Alexander-Arnold

While Bellingham's status at Real is not in doubt, his fellow national team mate Trent Alexander-Arnold may be questioning whether he made the right choice by leaving a guaranteed starting position at Liverpool for a backup role at Real.

Alexander-Arnold was left out of the squad for the World Cup qualifier matches against Andorra and Serbia and has only played two of Real's four matches this season.

Experienced Dani Carvajal seems to be Xabi Alonso's favorite at right back, which is unlikely to boost Alexander-Arnold's confidence ahead of the match.

Alonso commented on Carvajal:

'Carvajal hasn't changed in any aspect, it's his competitive spirit. He came here in 2013 and has already had it.'

'Since then he has played an important role, and we have won the Champions League.'

'But his influence, maturity, captaincy role, and responsibility towards the team have evolved.'

'Now, when he is fit and ready to play, he has a very important positive influence on others.'

Preparation for the Champions League match

Real's preparation for the match was disrupted when Spanish doping controllers, referred to as 'vampires' in Spanish media, unexpectedly visited the club's training complex, demanding samples from several players.

For the new coach, who won the Champions League with Liverpool in 2005, his first match in this tournament as the manager of a new team is a significant event.

'We approach this with the utmost curiosity related to playing in the Champions League with Real.'

'It's special for this team, and playing at the Bernabeu, with its history, motivates even more.'

'People are eager to move forward, continue to grow, and play against a demanding opponent. We hope to start well.'

This Champions League match promises to be thrilling. Bellingham's return, his conflict with Greenwood, and current challenges for Alexander-Arnold set the tone not only for the team but for the entire tournament. The teams approach this match with a tremendous desire to showcase their best abilities, as not only points but prestige is at stake.