The young Argentine star Franco Mostantono is preparing to regain his place in Real Madrid's lineup in the coming weeks, following a long absence due to injury and a decline in physical fitness.

According to a report by the Spanish newspaper "AS," the young player, who has not played since early November, is now close to receiving the green light to return to the field.

Mostantono had suffered an injury in the pelvic area (inflammation of the adductor muscle), which kept him out of the starting lineup despite being called up for recent matches without playing. Meanwhile, sources within the club confirm that the player has improved significantly physically, and his return now depends on the technical judgment of coach Xabi Alonso.

The Copa del Rey is expected to serve as a new starting point for the young player, as the coaching staff plans to rely on many substitutes in the match against Talavera in the round of 32, giving Mostantono a valuable opportunity to prove himself once again.

The expected absence of Ibrahim Diaz from the Africa Cup of Nations will also open the door for Mostantono to get more playing time, especially as Alonso is considering continuing to play with a three-man attack following the noticeable improvement in the match against Manchester City.

Despite his recent absence, the numbers favor Mostantono, as Real Madrid has won all nine matches he has started this season, reinforcing the club's belief that his return could help the team overcome the current difficult phase.