Aberdeen forward Luis 'Duk' Lopes has returned to training after a significant absence, during which he failed to report for pre-season and went AWOL. The 24-year-old has expressed deep regret and apologized to the club, teammates, and fans, stating he is committed to working hard to help the team. Club chief executive Alan Burrows emphasized the challenging nature of the situation and the importance of Duk acknowledging his behavior was unacceptable. Manager Jimmy Thelin noted the club's supportive culture, equating Duk's situation to familial mistakes that require understanding and support. Despite his return, Duk's future with the club remains uncertain, as he is in the last year of his contract and has expressed interest in leaving for opportunities abroad. The Dons hope he can reintegrate into the squad and contribute to their objectives this season.