Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones will be called up ahead of their final Six Nations clash with Italy next week.
The second-row, who holds the record for the most Test caps in world rugby, was injured as Wales lost to New Zealand in their opening autumn clash back in October.
The 36-year-old was initially expected to miss the entire Six Nations, with his shoulder injury requiring surgery.
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However, as was the case with his miraculous recovery from another shoulder injury to captain the British and Irish Lions in all three Tests in South Africa last summer, Jones has once again returned ahead of schedule.
“He’ll be officially added to the squad this weekend," head coach Wayne Pivac said after Wales' defeat to France.
“He’s worked very, very hard as Alun Wyn does. He’s been training with the team, helping prepare the team for this week’s game. He’ll be available for selection.
“He’s worked very, very hard.”
Jones has doing rehabilitation work with Wales for the past two weeks.
However, an official call-up means he will be available for selection for the clash with Italy in Cardiff next Saturday.
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