Kubo has reported to Real Sociedad's training facility, still managing the knee sprain that has lingered since the World Cup, the club announced.
Analysis:Kubo suffered the injury during Japan's opening group match, an incident stemming from a challenge by Denzel Dumfries, and was unable to play the following two matches before his tournament ended with a round of 32 loss to Brazil on June 29. His integration into training is expected to be gradual, with coach Sergio Francisco monitoring how he responds to the demands of full sessions. Kubo becomes the first Real Sociedad player from the World Cup to join preseason training. Kubo is expected to build up his workload progressively as his recovery continues.
