Régis Le Bris says Jocelin Ta Bi could return at Wolves | OneFootball

Régis Le Bris says Jocelin Ta Bi could rejoin Sunderland's squad at Wolves this weekend after training with his team-mates this week. According to Sunderland Echo, the winger has recovered faster than anticipated following ankle surgery.

Ta Bi injured his ankle on his full Premier League debut against Fulham earlier this year and was initially expected to miss the rest of the season after an operation. Le Bris is now considering him for the matchday squad at Molineux.

Positive news also emerged on Bertrand Traoré and Nilson Angulo, who could be involved after stepping up their recoveries at the Academy of Light this weekend. A home meeting with Manchester United at the Stadium of Light next weekend may be a more realistic return for the pair.

Sunderland have been short of natural wingers in recent weeks, and Le Bris cautioned that all three will need time to hit their stride after lay-offs.

He said they fit the wide role and that forwards can change games, while recent weeks have required alternative, less straightforward solutions. He hopes the trio will help, yet warned it is hard to expect an immediate uplift after long absences. Their one-v-one threat, runs in behind, crossing and combinations in tight areas could still make a difference if they settle quickly.

Source: Sunderland Echo