Sivasspor striker John Utaka has returned to practice and claims to have recovered from a muscle tear complaint, ahead of the showdown with Galatasaray, a game which corresponds to the fourth round of matches in the Super Lig.

According to earlier prognosis, the Nigeria international was due to spend at least two weeks on the sidelines.

The 32 - year - old took part in the training session held on Tuesday, alongside another Nigerian forward, Chrisantus Macauley, who is yet to make his official debut for his new team as a result of injury.

Thus, both players are now in line to lead Sivasspor’s front-line on Friday at the Türk Telekom Arena, Istanbul.

Sivasspor, who are managed by ex Brazil icon Roberto Carlos, have failed to record a victory in their first three matches in the championship, and occupy one of the relegation spots.

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