Leonardo Castro. Photo: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images
Castro to be reintegrated in 10-minute stints says Baxter
Kaizer Chiefs coach Stuart Baxter says Colombian striker Leonardo Castro will not be rushed back into the Amakhosi starting lineup.
Leonardo Castro. Photo: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images
Castro made his long-awaited return to action after playing out the final few minutes during the 1-0 win over Maritzburg United at the Harry Gwala Stadium this past Sunday.
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It was a welcome return for the 32-year-old after a lengthy injury absence, with Castro having returned to Colombia to conduct his injury rehabilitation before recently returning to training with Chiefs.
However, Baxter has made it clear that Castro will be gradually reintroduced to frontline action with short stints off the bench.
‘Castro not ready by a long way yet’
“Nice to see Leo Castro back on the field,” Baxter told Chiefs’ media department after the game.
“He’s not ready by a long way yet, but I’m hoping to give him 10 minutes, 10 minutes, 10 minutes [in upcoming games] and then see how quickly we can get him back.”
Kaizer Chiefs are now set to face AmaZulu in their next DStv Premiership encounter at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday evening, with kick off at 5:30pm.
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