Swansea City midfielder Liam Walsh is set for a significant spell on the sidelines after rupturing his Achilles.
The 24-year-old was withdrawn in the opening half of his side's pre-season win over Haverfordwest County on Friday. Walsh did not feature in Tuesday's behind-closed-doors fixture against Colchester United.
And it has been confirmed that he will undergo surgery next week in what serves as yet another blow in the Everton academy product's injury-hampered career.