Exequiel Palacios Returns to Bayer Leverkusen Training After Adductor Injury

Exequiel Palacios, the 27-year-old midfielder for Bayer Leverkusen, has made a significant milestone by returning to team training following a severe adductor injury that sidelined him for several months. The club shared images on social media showing Palacios reunited with his teammates, where he expressed his happiness by stating, "So happy to be back with the boys."

Palacios sustained the injury just four minutes into coach Kasper Hjulmand's debut match on September 12, a 3-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. Despite the major setback, Palacios maintained an optimistic attitude throughout his rehabilitation, emphasizing patience to return stronger. Hjulmand is optimistic about Palacios' recovery and has indicated plans for his potential return in competition around January 31, possibly again facing Eintracht Frankfurt.

Palacios has been an important player during Leverkusen's historic double-winning 2023/24 season. His commitment to the club is underscored by his contract extension through 2030, with Palacios expressing a strong desire to repay the trust the club has placed in him following his injury. This comeback marks a hopeful step forward for both the player and Bayer Leverkusen as they look ahead to the remainder of the season.