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Scienza spotted in Saints training ahead of Preston in welcome boost for Eckert

SAINTS star Leo Scienza looks set to return to the squad for tomorrow's trip to Preston after being spotted in training footage posted by the club. Scienza, 28, was absent from the squad that drew 1-1 at West Brom on…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 9:31 AM
Scienza spotted in Saints training ahead of Preston in welcome boost for Eckert
Key Things to Know
  • Leo Scienza returned to Southampton training ahead of the squad's trip to face Preston North End.
  • Head coach Tonda Eckert previously indicated hope that Scienza would recover quickly from a minor issue.
  • Teammates Cyle Larin and Caspar Jander remain sidelined with injuries until after the international break.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Southampton winger Leo Scienza appears ready to return to the squad for their upcoming match against Preston North End after being spotted in training footage at Staplewood. The 28-year-old missed Tuesday's 1-1 draw against West Bromwich Albion due to a minor issue, but head coach Tonda Eckert remained hopeful he would be available for the trip to Deepdale.

While Scienza has resumed training, teammates Cyle Larin and Caspar Jander remain absent and are expected to stay sidelined until after the international break. Larin is nursing a hamstring injury that also ruled him out of Canada's upcoming fixture, while Jander is currently recovering from a muscular problem.

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