Bristol Rovers defender James Gibbons could miss up to three months after scans on a foot injury, Joey Barton has revealed.
Summer signing Gibbons has a stress fracture and his wearing a protective boot for up to six weeks, and it could take a further six weeks to return to match fitness. Rovers are optimistic the 24-year-old will be ready to return in two months if his recovery goes smoothly.
The former Port Vale defender started in both of Rovers' League One games so far this season but was absent for the League Cup clash at Crawley Town on Tuesday. His manager has revealed Gibbons did not feel any pain during the 4-0 win at Burton after taking painkillers for discomfort in his hip.
