Caprari back training with the squad

Gianluca Caprari rejoined the rest of the squad on Tuesday for the first time since fracturing his fibula 77 days ago, as Sampdoria reported back to Bogliasco to kick off derby preparations in earnest.

The Blucerchiati began with some fitness work on pitch 2 before upping the tempo with possession drills and training games.

Primavera forward Jamie Yayi Mpie also trained with the senior squad today.

The players who started the game against Roma at the weekend worked with the others for most of the session before focusing on regeneration work at the end.

Albin Ekdal warmed up with the group then carried out a high-intensity fitness workout while Edgar Barreto continued with his recovery programme.

Marco Giampaolo will have the lads back in for a double session on Wednesday.