Samu back on the pitch, updates recovery: “Step by step, stronger” | OneFootball

FC Porto forward Samu has taken another important step in his recovery from a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, an injury suffered in February in the derby against Sporting. The player gave up much of his holiday to stay focused on his rehabilitation, a process that also ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup with Spain.

Currently enjoying a short break in Spain, in his hometown and close to his family, the player has been using Sevilla’s facilities to continue his work. On social media, Samu shared images in which he can already be seen running on the pitch and training in the gym, always accompanied by members of the Dragons’ staff, namely Jorge Ribeiro from the performance department and physiotherapist Ricardo Vasconcelos.

In the caption of the images shared, the forward left the following message:

“Step by step, getting stronger. I thank God for being back on the pitch and for every step I take along this journey.”

According to the latest forecast from president André Villas-Boas, Samu should be medically recovered in October, with an expected return to competition in mid-November under ideal conditions.

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