Bolton Wanderers have been boosted by the news that Spaniard Marcos Alonso has stepped up his comeback.
Spanish star ready to return
Bolton Wanderers have been boosted by the news that Spaniard Marcos Alonso has stepped up his comeback.
The 20-year-old broke his foot against Macclesfield in August, but he has now been given the all-clear after a scan earlier this week.
Alonso is now set to make an appearance for Bolton's reserves before challenging for a first-team place.
"I am doing all I can to get back as soon as possible," he said.
"The scan came out all clear and the doctor said I am making really good progress.
"I have started running now and hopefully I will be back in full training with the squad in one to two weeks."
Alonso has thanked the number of Wanderers fans who have given him backing during his lay-off.
"I have had a lot of messages of support on Twitter, which is great," he said.
"We have great fans and I am itching to get back playing to help the team. It is a local derby on Saturday against Wigan and it could be the game to kick-start our season."
Ricketts
Meanwhile, Bolton boss Owen Coyle has confirmed that Sam Ricketts is closing on a return after he ruptured his Achilles in February.
"Sam is getting closer and it will be great to see him back with us after what was a really bad injury," he said.
"But at this stage, it's one that we must be very careful with. There is no sense rushing him before he is completely ready."
