Troy Parrott has the green light from Tottenham to play again but this weekend’s FA Cup action for Preston North End may come too soon.
The Republic of Ireland striker has been sidelined since suffering a freak hamstring injury in October, while celebrating his winning goal against Norwich City.
Championship side Preston were always confident that the Dubliner - who is on a season-long loan - would be back in action this month and Parrott has been training.