Juventus: Milik returns to training with squad after 18 months | OneFootball

A piece of news that tastes like liberation, even before athletic recovery. Arkadiusz Milik has returned to training with the group at Continassa, ending an absence that lasted 553 days since his last official appearance in a Juventus jersey.

Juventus, Milik sees the field again: returns to group training after over a year and a half

For the Polish striker, formerly of Napoli, this is a crucial step in a long, complex recovery journey often marked by unforeseen obstacles.

A Calvary that began in the summer of 2025

Milik's long hiatus began in June 2025, when a serious meniscus injury required the first surgery and a longer-than-expected recovery period. Since then, his return to the field has been continuously postponed due to a series of physical issues.

Over the months, the striker had to deal with:

A sequence of events that turned the recovery into a true calvary.

The first concrete step towards a return

In recent hours, however, the most awaited signal has arrived: Milik participated in part of the training with the rest of the team, taking part in some fieldwork. It is not yet an imminent return to call-ups, but a decisive step in terms of physical and mental recovery.

Returning to the group certifies the overcoming of the most delicate phase and now opens a new phase, that of regaining condition and match rhythm.

Prudence and management: Juventus's approach

Juventus maintains an attitude of maximum caution. After such a prolonged absence, the goal is to avoid any risk of relapse, working on progressive loads and monitoring the player's responses daily.

Milik, who has scored 173 goals in his career, 49 of which in Serie A, represents an important potential resource, especially for depth and technical characteristics. However, any decision on his use will be made only when the medical staff provides full assurance.

A recovery that also serves as a human signal

Beyond tactical aspects, Milik's return to the group also takes on a symbolic value. After months of work away from the spotlight, the Polish striker finally returns to the team's daily life, rediscovering sensations, the locker room, and competitiveness.

One step at a time, without forcing. But after 553 days, the simple fact of returning to train with his teammates already represents a victory.

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