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Italy midfielder Marco Verratti has returned to training after recovering from a virus.
The 21-year-old missed the Azzurri's friendly win over Fluminense on Sunday because of a bout of flu.
Despite minor doubts over his availability, Verratti took part in training on Wednesday at the team's base in Mangaratiba.
Italy play their opening World Cup match in Group D on Saturday when they take on England in Manaus.
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