Lecce: Update on Almqvist’s condition

Lecce football club has provided an update on the fitness of winger, Pontus Almqvist, ahead of their next Serie A match.

The club released a statement following their training session today. The squad, having arrived back late from Empoli, convened for a session at the Acaya Golf Resort & SPA in preparation for their Saturday match against Frosinone.

The statement read, “Head coach D’Aversa will be without Gonzalez, who has been sidelined for one match by the Sporting Judge. Almqvist is resting due to a mild flu-like condition.” The source of this direct speech is the official communication from Lecce football club.

Further, the team will continue their training tomorrow morning, behind closed doors at Acaya. The statement implied that Almqvist’ health would continue to be monitored and it remains to be seen whether he recovers in time for the vital clash against Frosinone.