Guela Doue returns to full training at Bayer Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen have received a major boost with Guela Doue returning to full team training after spending almost two months recovering from a calf injury.

According to Bild, the 24-year-old Ivory Coast international has resumed the complete training programme this week, raising hopes of a return to the matchday squad after the international break.

Doué sustained a muscle injury in his right calf during Leverkusen’s preparations for their Europa League encounter against NK Celje in September. The setback forced him to miss several matches as his recovery took longer than initially anticipated.

The right-back joined Leverkusen from Strasbourg on September 1 in a deal worth approximately €30 million but has managed just 27 minutes of competitive action, coming on during the 2-2 draw against Augsburg.

His return could provide head coach Carles Martínez with another defensive option ahead of the Bundesliga home encounter against SC Paderborn on November 21.

If his recovery continues without complications, Doué could make his first appearance since September, although a starting position may take longer to achieve.

The defender will now focus on regaining match fitness and establishing himself in Leverkusen’s defensive setup.