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Ekhator returns to full training at Juventus ahead of Napoli clash
The 19-year-old striker rejoined the group session, giving manager Luciano Spalletti an extra attacking option for the crunch Serie A fixture.
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Jeff Ekhator has returned to full group training with Juventus, multiple Italian outlets reported on Friday, with the centre-forward taking part in a session as the club prepares for its league match against Napoli.
The timing is significant for Spalletti, whose side are reportedly six points adrift of the Champions League places following a defeat in Genoa. Juventus entered a training camp ahead of the fixture, underlining how much the club views the result as pivotal to their season.
According to FootVal's valuation, Ekhator is worth €17m, broadly in line with his €18m Transfermarkt market value. He has made 30 appearances across all competitions this season, contributing three goals with an average rating of 6.56.
Whether Ekhator will be available to start or feature from the bench against Napoli was not confirmed by the club. Spalletti is expected to address the media ahead of the match.
Sources
This article is based on reports by:
- Football Italia — Spalletti recovers another option in attack as Ekhator eyes Juventus debut
- Gianluca Di Marzio (@DiMarzio) — La @juventusfc recupera Ekhator: primo allenamento di nuovo in gruppo per l'attaccante @SkySport
- TuttoMercatoWeb — Juventus in ritiro, dall'allenamento una buona notizia per Spalletti: in gruppo c'è Ekhator
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