Celtic deny Kayal injury reports

05 October 2010 17:49
Celtic have played down reports that midfielder Beram Kayal will be out of action for three months after the recurrence of a hernia problem.[LNB] It was claimed that the player, who has featured five times since arriving from Maccabi Haifa at the end of July for £1.2million, could struggle to be back until early in the New Year.[LNB]A statement on the club's website updated Kayal's injury situation and that of several other players.[LNB]It read: "Celtic would like to clarify the current injury situation at the club to supporters following some inaccurate reporting in recent days.[LNB]"As yet, it's inaccurate to report that Beram Kayal will be out of action for three months.[LNB]"The player only underwent investigations on Friday when he had some scans and on Wednesday he will see a specialist in Yorkshire.[LNB]"Once the medical team have more information they will be able to get a better guideline until how long he will be out for and decide the best course of treatment.[LNB]"Meanwhile, contrary to reports, Niall McGinn has been training and is fighting for a place in the team. He is currently away on international duty.[LNB]"Paddy McCourt will return to training after the weekend, along with Thomas Rogne, who had suffered a very slight calf strain. Emilio Izaguirre is also expected to join them.[LNB]"James Forrest is making good progress from his ankle injury and the club are hopeful that he will train at some point in the following week.[LNB]"The medical team are also hopeful that Charlie Mulgrew will return to training next week following a hamstring strain."

Source: Team_Talk