Fiorentina medical chiefs are delighted with the progress with Mario Gomez from his knee injury.

' Gomez has been out of action since September.

The Viola said in a statement:

"The athlete will continue this phase of rehabilitation over the next few days, which includes exercises both on the field and in the gym aimed at recuperating strength before he returns to working with the squad."

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