Cameroon defender Junior Tchamadeu makes progress in recovery, set for Stoke City return

Cameroonian international Junior Tchamadeu is edging closer to a return for Stoke City FC after a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury sustained at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

The 25-year-old right-back has been out of action since 9 January, when he suffered the injury during the quarter-final clash between Cameroon and Morocco. The setback forced him to miss several weeks of the Championship campaign, leaving Stoke City without one of their key defensive options.

Now, signs of progress are encouraging. Tchamadeu has resumed individual training with the club, marking a significant step in his rehabilitation. The sessions are focused on regaining fitness, strength, and mobility, with the ultimate goal of returning to full team training in the near future.

This development is a welcome boost for Stoke City, who will be eager to reintegrate Tchamadeu ahead of the crucial stages of the season. Known for his pace, defensive solidity, and attacking support from the right flank, the Cameroonian is expected to provide a significant lift to the squad once he regains full match fitness.

While the exact timetable for his return to competitive action has not been confirmed, his resumption of individual training suggests that a comeback is on the horizon. Stoke fans will be hoping that Tchamadeu can soon reprise his role as a key figure in the team’s defensive setup and help drive the club’s Championship campaign forward.