Charlton Athletic have been handed some positive news regarding their current injury woes, as Lyle Taylor and Jonny Williams could be close to making a return.

Reported by London News Online journalist Richard Cawley, Taylor and Williams are back in training, and are likely to return to the team for game against Middlesbrough at The Riverside Stadium on December 7th.

It has also been reported that striker Chuks Aneke is nearing a return to full-fitness, which will strengthen Charlton's current attacking options.

Despite the Luton game this evening coming too soon for all, it will be a welcome positive update for supporters, who have seen a number of key players go down with injury in recent weeks.

Lee Bowyer was not able to fill his quota of substitutes against Cardiff on the weekend due to the current injury crisis, and it is likely to be the same again in this evening's game against Luton. However, the manager will be welcoming this news.

29-year-old Taylor has been absent since late September with a knee injury, and Jonny Williams underwent knee surgery in late October after suffering the problem against Derby County.

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The Verdict

After weeks of disappointing news regarding injuries, this news will be a welcome boost for everyone involved at the club at this moment in time.

Jonny Williams' assists have been missed along with Lyle Taylor's goals, and it is likely that their return will help to recapture Charlton's early season form.