Bale, Ramos fit to return in Madrid derby

MADRID: Gareth Bale and Sergio Ramos look set to make their first appearance for Real Madrid since September 13 in Sunday’s (today’s) derby away to Atletico Madrid after coach Rafael Benitez confirmed they will both be in his squad.
However, there isn’t such good news for Benitez on James Rodriguez as the top scorer from the 2014 World Cup has suffered a knock that has delayed his comeback.
“The two have trained and will be in the squad,” Benitez said on Saturday.
“If they start or not we will decide tomorrow. I have spoken to Gareth and Sergio and they are both fine and excited to play.
“They have been cleared to play, but match-fitness is another thing. Even at less than 100 percent they are two very useful players for us.”
Rodriguez hasn’t featured since being injured whilst on international duty with Colombia last month, but had been called up for their World Cup qualifiers against Peru and Uruguay.