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Leicester City right-back Ricardo Periera has taken a big step in his recovery from a serious knee injury.

Ricardo had surgery on his knee in March after a collision with Aston Villa skipper Jack Grealish saw him damage his anterior cruciate ligament.

The Portuguese international played the 90 minutes of the 4-0 win, but a scan the next day showed a serious problem that prompted an operation.

Now, around a month after going under the knife, Ricardo is back walking again.

The 26-year-old posted a video on social media – with the caption "step by step" – of himself taking a slow, pronounced walk at home in a bid to build strength back into his right knee, which has a visible scar from the surgery.

Previously, the right-back had been limited to exercising while sat down.

Back in March, manager Brendan Rodgers said Ricardo would be out for four-to-six months, meaning a July return at the earliest.

The coronavirus pandemic and postponement of the Premier League means Ricardo is yet to miss any fixtures. With the campaign possibly resuming behind closed doors in June, and set to take two months to complete, it may be the case that Ricardo could play some part in the end of the season if his recovery goes well.

However, City have James Justin available, with the former Luton man proving an able deputy in his appearances so far this season, and the club may decide to give Ricardo more time, letting him make his comeback next term.

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