Rafael Benitez has confirmed James Rodriguez is in the matchday squad to face Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.
The Colombia interntional star has been struggling with a thigh problem and has yet to make an appearance in the Champions League so far this season.
"James Rodriguez is in the list, he's better. That doesn't mean he is going to play - he's lacking match rhythm," Benitez said on Monday.
"Benzema is on schedule, but he, Bale and [Alvaro] Arbeloa are lacking the confidence for a game like this," the Madrid boss added.
"[Mateo] Kovacic is great. He's available, he trained as normal.
"When everyone is available, we'll have to say who will play and who won't. But football is a day-to-day thing.
"The team is doing well but I am convinced that they will improve. I want to see the best team when we are competing for titles."
