At last! Geovany Quenda set for Sporting return | OneFootball

With Luís Guilherme at risk of being sidelined for about a month due to a sprain in his left foot, there is now room for the return of Geovany Quenda, who is getting closer to being available for Rui Borges’ selection. The goal is clear: to be available for the clash with Arsenal, scheduled for April 7th at Alvalade.

Quenda is in the final stage of a long recovery that began after he fractured the fifth metatarsal in his right foot at the end of November. He still played in the derby against Benfica, but his complaints worsened and he eventually underwent surgery in London, since his registration belongs to Chelsea.

Since then, the process has been rigorous and divided into several stages: first regaining mobility, then stabilizing the foot, moving on to muscle strengthening, and finally, gradually returning to work with the ball. This entire process took place in Cobham, Chelsea’s training center, where the player has been under constant supervision.

In recent days, the intensity has increased. He trains in the afternoon on the pitch with physiotherapists, while in the morning he takes the opportunity to learn English and adapt to the new reality that awaits him in England. Off the field, he maintains a controlled routine, balancing recovery, study, and personal preparation – already with an eye on the future.

Despite the positive progress, this period has not been easy. Quenda feels the frustration of being sidelined during a decisive phase of the season, especially when watching Sporting’s matches from afar. Even so, reaching the Champions League quarter-finals was celebrated with enthusiasm, and the desire is clear: to return in time to help in the final stretch and leave through the front door.

For Sporting, the timing could be crucial. With a packed April full of big matches, Quenda’s return comes as an important internal reinforcement at a time when the squad needs freshness and solutions. And for the player himself, there is also a look toward the horizon: to arrive at Chelsea in 2026/27 in the best possible shape and ready to compete from day one.

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