Mario Vušković set for return with HSV

Croatian defender Mario Vušković is preparing to return to professional football following a nearly four-year suspension. The 24-year-old center-back has rejoined training with HSV after two months of preparation following a period of individual training.

Vušković is expected to make his first appearance in a friendly match against Hajduk Split, the club where he began his career, next Sunday. HSV coach Merlin Polzin and teammate Albert Grønbaek have expressed enthusiasm regarding his return, noting his strong physical condition and high level of motivation.

Following the friendly, Vušković will be preparing for the northern derby against Werder Bremen scheduled for November 22.