Rafa Marquez returned to Atlas training Monday, though the veteran defender's return to competitive action is still unlikely after the U.S. Department of Treasury sanctioned him in August.
The department's Office of Foreign Assets Control named Marquez as a frontman for alleged cartel leader Raul Flores Hernandez, a designation that, while not being charged with a crime, makes it difficult for Marquez to work or travel. The 38-year-old was back on the training ground Monday, and was thrilled to be back.
"Thankful to my team Atlas for their confidence and support," Marquez tweeted. "Happy to start this week in this way with a lot of #4ctitud," he continued, using his traditional hashtag that translates to "attitude.