USMNT star Weston McKennie trained for Juventus Friday, and is shooting for a return to the pitch after nearly two weeks on the sideline.
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McKennie suffering from dislocated shoulderTrained Friday ahead of Sunday matchCould play potential role vs AtalantaWHAT HAPPENED?
In a recent 3-2 victory over Frosinone, the USMNT midfielder was removed in the closing stages of the match due to what was revealed to be a dislocated shoulder. The American nabbed two assists in the contest, putting on a display.
Now, less than two weeks on from the injury, he's back in training and competing for a role on the pitch Sunday.
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GOAL correspondent Romeo Agresti confirmed Friday that the American is shooting to compete on Sunday after completing Friday's session, while Bianconeri teammate Matti DeSciglio will unfortunately remain out.
McKennie nearing a full fitness turn for Juventus is a big win for the Bianconeri, but even more so for the USMNT, who will need heir central midfielder on March 21 when they take on Jamaica in the semifinals of the CONCACAF Nations League.
DID YOU KNOW?
McKennie has 49 international caps for the USA, with 11 goals from a central midfield role. If he returns healthy and is able to compete against Jamaica in two weeks' time, he will earn his 50th cap.
GettyWHAT NEXT FOR JUVENTUS AND MCKENNIE?
The Bianconeri clash with Atalanta on Sunday in a must-win match if they want to avoid being leapfrogged by third place AC Milan. Juventus hold a one-point lead over their Serie A rivals.