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Sunderland received a significant injury update on Thursday with Ian Poveda’s return to full team training, marking a promising development for the club’s squad depth. Poveda, who has been sidelined since suffering a muscle injury during his third appearance for the club in a 2-0 victory over Derby County in October, has been carefully managed through his rehabilitation process.
While the 24-year-old is unlikely to feature in the upcoming match against Swansea City, his return to training suggests he could potentially contribute during the demanding festive fixture schedule. This news provides a welcome relief, especially considering Tommy Watson’s recent two-month absence due to ankle and knee complications.
Another player of interest is deadline-day signing Salis Abdul Samed, who is progressing steadily in his recovery. Head coach Régis Le Bris provided an optimistic update, indicating that Samed is approaching the final stages of his rehabilitation. Le Bris revealed that Samed is currently in the eleventh or twelfth week of his recovery program, anticipating his return to full training within approximately one week.
“Salis is on the way,” Le Bris stated, expressing hope that the player will be ready to join the team at the beginning of January. The manager also confirmed Poveda’s immediate training involvement, suggesting the player could be available for selection in the near future.
Additionally, the club remains hopeful about Ahmed Abdullahi’s potential return, with the player closing in on his debut after completing surgical recovery. This series of injury updates demonstrates Sunderland’s cautious approach to player rehabilitation and their strategic management of squad fitness during a challenging period.
The developments offer a mixture of optimism and pragmatism, highlighting the club’s careful approach to player recovery and potential squad rotations in the coming weeks.
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