Nigeria international Emmanuel Emenike has returned from Italy where he underwent meniscus surgery.

Recall that the 25 - year - old striker got injured on April 28th while playing against Anzhi and had to be stretchered from the pitch.

The official website of the red and white, spartak.com reported on Monday that Emenike has started rehabilitation under the supervision of the medical staff.

Emenike, top scorer at February's African Cup of Nations with four hits, is expected to be out of action for between 4 - 6 weeks if his rehabilitation goes according to plan.

This season, the physical forward netted 5 goals in 16 appearances in the Russian Premier League.

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