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title: "Lanzini nears return from injury"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Elliott Cuff"
section: "Feature Writers"
published: "2018-02-15T21:27:21Z"
modified: "2018-02-15T21:27:21Z"
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# Lanzini nears return from injury

Manuel Lanzini has revealed that he is very close to returning from injury, following a month long lay-off.

The Argentine West Ham midfielder has been missing for the Hammers since suffering a knock against Bournemouth on January 20th, being unavailable for the last four matches. However, having stepped it up in training, Lanzini is almost ready to return to first-team action.

Talking to the official West Ham website, Lanzini said;

> I’m feeling good. My injury is getting better every day and I’m expect to be back very soon. I’m training hard and I expect to go back with the team next week.

> It’s great that Marko \[Arnautovic\] is back now. He is a very good player and we need him. I’m also looking forward to playing with Joao Mario. He is an important player and together we have good qualities.

The 25-year old has been influential for the Hamemrs this season, having a hand in 11 goals during his 20 league and cup appearances for the East London outfit.