Massive boost for RB Salzburg as injured Samson Tijani returns to training

By Saheed Afolabi

Samson Tijani has finally recovered from injury as he resumes training with RB Salzburg, according to a club statement.

The former Nigeria U17 star sustained the injury in a pre-season game Feyenoord last June. Tijani has begun training on grass and is on the road to recovery, adding that the Nigerian is currently training individually.

“Look who’s back Samson Tijani has begun training on grass and is firmly on the road to recovery,” the club announced via its website.

“Samson is currently training individually and is working diligently on his comeback. We continue to keep our fingers crossed for his recovery process.”

The Enugu born midfielder made his debut for the Super Eagles in a 1-0 friendly game loss to Algeria in October nine 2020.

Meanwhile, Die Roten Bullen tops the Austrian Football Bundesliga with 51 points from 20 matches and having a nine points lead at the league table.

LASK will play host to Salzburg at the 19,080 capacity Raiffeisen Arena on the 12th of March 2023.