Che Adams poised for instant Torino return in wake of spiky response to Scotland squad withdrawal

Che Adams is set to be declared fit for Torino's next game just days after pulling out of Scotland duty through injury.

The former Southampton striker withdrew from the Dark Blues squad ahead of their double-header against Poland and Portugal in the Nations League. After being asked about the withdrawal, Scotland boss Steve Clarke was adamant that the 33-times capped star's injury was a genuine concern, with Adams suffering a knock in Torino's 1-0 away win in Serie A against Venezia on August 30.

Clarke said: "The club informed us on Saturday morning that he picked up knock in the game. The conversation with Che is then does he come over and be assessed and sent back to Italy? There was no point. That is why he misses out. I can probably get you the email, if you want? I don't have it on me just now but there was an official email came from Torino that he had injuries that he picked up. Thigh and knee. They asked for him to be withdrawn from the squad."

However, reports in Italy now claim that the 28-year-old is now set to return to action against Lecce on Sunday. They report that the forward is still receiving medical attention for a 'muscle fatigue injury' but that he is expected to be fit for the Serie A clash on Sunday, after missing Torino's opening training session last weekend to get extra treatment.

Adams has made a fine start to life in Italy, registering an assist on his debut against AC Milan before netting what turned out to be the winning goal against Europa League holders Atalanta last month. The former Sheffield United and Birmingham City striker joined the Turin club on a free transfer from Southampton in the summer.

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