Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Chara has been participating in full training and could make his season debut when the club takes on FC Dallas Saturday.

Timbers coach Giovanni Savarese said that Chara, who is recovering from a broken foot, would travel with the club to Dallas. Savarese would not say what the chances were of Chara playing in the match.

"He's been practicing well," Savarese said. "He's getting closer and closer and he's practicing fully every practice. So, it's been good to see him there."

Timbers goalkeeper Jeff Attinella could make his return to the field Saturday as well.

Attinella has missed the last two games with a quad injury, but was back in full training Tuesday.

"Jeff had a full practice today, so we'll evaluate if he's ready to be able to step on the field or travel this weekend," Savarese said.

Timbers left back Vytas (hamstring injury) is making strides, but will not be ready to return to the field in time for Saturday's match. Savarese said that Vytas did some individual work during training Tuesday.

"Vytas stepped on the field today, not yet practicing with the team, separated, but he's moving well," Savarese said. "I think soon enough he's going to be able to fully practice."

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