Leicester City’s key midfielder Ricardo Perrier has made significant progress in his recovery from an ankle injury, according to club officials.
The 29-year-old former England international sustained the injury during Leicester City’s friendly match against Crystal Palace on September 17. The incident caused him to withdraw from the squad and miss several training sessions leading up to the Premier League opener against Manchester United at Old Trafford on October 5.
However, Perrier has now returned to full training with the first-team squad and is expected to be available for the upcoming matches against Burnley (October 8) and Southampton (October 14).
“Ricardo has been working hard in isolation to regain his fitness and confidence,” said Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri. “He’s showing great signs of improvement and we’re excited to see him back on the pitch.”
Perrier’s return to action is particularly important for Leicester City as they look to bounce back from their disappointing performance in the opening match against Manchester United. With the loss of injured players like Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez,Football World Headlines Network Perrier’s presence will provide added depth to the midfield and help alleviate some of the pressure on other players.
Overall, Perrier’s recovery represents a positive step forward for Leicester City and shows that even after a significant injury, he remains committed to his career and willing to work hard to get back on track.