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Injured Baines to have scan

09 Dec 2007 - 15:20:30

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Everton defender Leighton Baines could be set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury in the 3-0 win against Fulham.

The former Wigan Athletic star had to be substituted after picking up the problem midway through the first period.

Phil Jagielka came on to replace Baines, who will have a scan to determine the extent of the injury.

Head physio Mick Rathbone told Everton's official website: "It's a hamstring injury but it doesn't look too bad.

"We'll scan it, considering the importance of the next few weeks.

"He'll be back. It could be a cramp - although we think there's a slight tear there.

"Nuno (Valente) has a slight hamstring strain as well but he's making a good recovery and we'll get both of them back as soon as possible."