Trevor Clarke's frustrating spell at Bristol Rovers continues with the defender ruled out for up to six weeks after undergoing surgery.
The defender has been dogged by a groin injury that he suffered on the opening day at Mansfield Town, restricting the 23-year-old to just six appearances in all competitions.
The former Rotherham left-back last played in Rovers' FA Cup defeat at Peterborough United on January 8 and manager Joey Barton has confirmed the Irishman faces another long stint on the sidelines.