LuaLua on road to recovery

Good news to the fans of Pompey...

Lomana LuaLua has returned to training after his bout of malaria but will not be rushed back to action to help kick-start Portsmouth's season.

The 24-year-old has not played in the Premiership since September 17 and Pompey have since dropped down the table and are a place above the relegation zone.

LuaLua remains their top scorer with just two goals but will not compete for a first-team place until he is confident with his fitness.

'I'm going to take my time and make sure when I come back that I'm fully fit,' he said. 'I'm starting with some light jogging and I'll see how it goes. I don't want to rush anything.

'I saw the specialist at the weekend and he gave me the go-ahead to start light training which I'm happy about because I'm bored sitting at home. My blood levels are getting to be where they need to be and my liver condition is improving.'

Pompey boss Alain Perrin could have LuaLua back against Liverpool at Anfield on November 19, but is also wary of rushing the player.

'He has a lot of strength to build up and we cannot expect a quick return,' Perrin said