David Duguid is considering a return to Holyrood in 2026 as the new Tory Party leader Russell Findlay opens the door.
The ex-Banff and Buchan MP was deselected from standing in his constituency whilst he was in hospital recovering from a spinal illness.
Mr Duguid was replaced by Douglas Ross at the last minute who decided to stand down as leader of the Scottish Conservatives following his loss in the June election.
During a trip to the North-east earlier this week, Russell Findlay said he wants to build bridges with the party,
Speaking to the P&J, he said: “It was really unfortunate, the events that transpired."
“But I’m determined not to start poking at that and trying to open old wounds.
“David knows the value I have in his fantastic contribution as an MP, and he knows the door remains open."
Mr Duguid said he "may consider standing again if the opportunity arose."