Pepe returns to Real Madrid training

Portuguese defender Pepe has returned to training with Real Madrid ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Ludogorets.

The centre-back missed his side's 2-0 win over Villarreal in La Liga on Saturday through injury, but is expected to be available for the European clash this week.

According to Inside Spanish Football, Pepe took part in this morning's session in the Spanish capital, but it was of a light nature following yesterday's exertions.

It is unclear whether Pepe will come straight into the XI on Wednesday, however, with Raphael Varane impressing alongside Sergio Ramos at El Madrigal.