Farid El Alagui back in training

Injured Hibs’ striker Farid El Alagui has started light jogging and he hopes to return to first team action before March 2015.

The 29-year-old Bordeaux-born striker has been sidelined after being carried off the field after damaging his Achilles against Alloa.

El Alagui’s form, including a stunning goal against Hearts at Tynecastle, had made him a favourite amongst the Hibs’ fans who are desperate to see him back in the green jersey.

Speaking to Hibs TV, El Alagui said: “I met the surgeon on Monday and I was given the green light to start running again this week.

“That was big news for me because when you start running it shows you’re not far away from a comeback.

“I was pleased with that – everything is moving in the right direction.

“There is still a lot to do, but I’m happy to be back running.

“At the start, the surgeon said I would be out for between four to six months after the operation.

“We’ve done the main part of it now, so I hope to be back between January and March; or as soon as possible.

“I don’t want to set an exact date because if I don’t come back by then people will think there is something wrong, but to be back between January and February would be a great target.”