Bayern defender set for long-awaited squad return

Having been sidelined since suffering a metatarsal fracture at the end of March, Hiroki Ito is closing in on a return to action.

According to kicker, the 26-year-old Bayern defender could be included in the squad for Saturday’s Bundesliga clash against Freiburg.

Ito has been fully involved in team training for the past two weeks and has been able to participate in all exercises without restrictions.

Having previously been sidelined for two spells by the same type of injury, Bayern have been cautious about rushing him back.

Club sources say his progress has been very positive, making a return on Saturday possible.