VfB Stuttgart's Danish-born Ghanaian midfielder Nikolas Nartey has returned to first-team training, marking the end of his long-term absence from the pitch.
The 24-year-old, who has been sidelined due to a cartilage injury in his knee, joined his teammates for training on Wednesday.
Nartey's return to training is a positive sign for the midfielder, who has been plagued by injuries since joining VfB Stuttgart's first team in 2021. During the 2022/2023 season, he made just nine appearances in the Bundesliga due to injuries, and the current football year was a write-off for him due to the knee injury he suffered early in the pre-season.
Despite his return to training, Nartey is not expected to play a significant role in the current season. His real fresh start is not expected to begin until the new season, where he should be able to play fully again.
The future of Nartey at VfB Stuttgart remains uncertain. Last summer, before his injury, he was considered a candidate to leave the club. However, with his return to training, the club will be hoping to see more of the midfielder's potential in the upcoming season.
Nartey's return to training is a positive step towards his recovery, and the club will be monitoring his progress closely.
The midfielder will be looking to put his injury problems behind him and make a strong comeback in the new season.