RIO DE JANEIRO, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) -- Veteran Flamengo defender Danilo resumed training on Monday as he steps up his recovery from a fractured jaw.
The 35-year-old former Real Madrid, Manchester City and Juventus right-back wore a protective mask while taking part in drills at Flamengo's Ninho do Urubu training center in Rio de Janeiro.
Danilo underwent surgery after breaking his jaw in two places during Flamengo's 1-0 home win over Fluminense in Brazil's Serie A on October 11.
Flamengo currently leads Brazil's Serie A standings with 73 points, three ahead of second-placed Palmeiras, with four matchdays remaining in the season.
In October, Danilo extended his Flamengo contract until December 2027. ■
