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Michael Appleton "delighted" with Leon Best return

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Blackburn Rovers boss Michael Appleton admits that he is "delighted" for the returning Leon Best.

Blackburn Rovers boss Michael Appleton has admitted his delight at the return of injury-stricken Leon Best.

The 30-year-old joined the Championship outfit from Newcastle United in the summer, but has missed the entire season to date having suffered a cruciate knee ligament injury during pre-season.

However, he made his return in the club's 1-0 defeat to Bolton Wanderers on Tuesday.

"I'm delighted for Leon. He may have had an opportunity to get involved on Saturday but he had a bit of swelling and that's why he held him back," Appleton told BBC Sport.

"He got his 10 minutes on Tuesday night and, knowing Leon, he'll be banging on my door over the next few days to maybe start in what's going to be a fantastic opportunity for the players on Sunday."

Blackburn currently sit 13th in the Championship table.

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