Championship

McCLEAN INJURY SHOCKER

by
The LeaguePaper Team
16 September 2018

CHAMPIONSHIP
STOKE boss Gary Rowett has described the loss of winger James McClean as “a big blow”.
The 29-year-old broke his arm while on international duty with the Republic of Ireland and will be out of action for up to six weeks.
“It’s a big blow, but it will provide an opportunity for someone else to come in,” Rowett said.
Sam Clucas is also sidelined for the Potters after undergoing knee surgery earlier this summer.
Rowett gave an update on his condition, saying: “Sam is not quite ready to train. Both Sam and the medical team are working hard to get...

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