Dele Alli took a major stride forward in his career on Sunday as he made a matchday squad for the first time in two years.
The former Tottenham star was named on the bench for Como's 2-1 loss at Roma, though manager Cesc Fabregas did not bring him on.
Alli, 28, warmed up with team-mates ahead of the clash hoping to make a return after 735 days out of action.
His last appearance came for Besiktas in February 2023 in a 0-0 draw with Antalyaspor.
He has endured a difficult period in his journey as a professional since leaving Spurs permanently in 2022.