United manager Simon Grayson has welcomed central defender Paddy Kisnorbo back to Thorp Arch.

Last season's player of the year has been out of action for almost 10 months since suffering an Achilles injury during the home game against Millwall in March.

He has spent time in America recently as part of his recovery bid, and he is now back among his team-mates at the training ground.

"Paddy's been in America, but he's back with us now to continue his re-hab," said the boss.

"We have never put any timescale on him, but it's good to have him back around everyone and we're delighted he's here.

"He's a big character to have around the place."