Geoffrey Kondogbia has resumed full training with Olympique de Marseille following a prolonged spell on the sidelines due to a left calf injury.
His return provides a timely boost for the Ligue 1 side as they prepare for their upcoming fixture against SCO Angers.
The Central African Republic international has not featured for Marseille since their Coupe de France clash against AS Saint-Étienne over a month ago.
An initial attempt at a comeback was disrupted by a setback in his recovery, forcing him to delay his return to action.
Speaking in a recent press conference, OM head coach Roberto De Zerbi confirmed the midfielder’s struggles:
Geoffrey Kondogbia should be back next week. He had relapsed two or three weeks ago.
Hope for Marseille’s midfield
The news of Kondogbia’s return has been met with optimism among Marseille supporters, eager to see the experienced midfielder reinforce the team.
On Wednesday, he was spotted training with the full squad, raising hopes that he could be included in the matchday squad for the trip to Angers.
His availability would provide De Zerbi with an additional midfield option at a crucial point in the season.
A vital asset for OM
Kondogbia’s experience and versatility make him a key figure for Marseille, particularly in their bid to maintain consistency in the league.
His return to fitness could prove pivotal in the club’s ambitions for the remainder of the campaign.
While his reintegration into the squad will likely be gradual, his presence on the pitch is expected to have a significant impact in the coming weeks.
