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Neville faces lengthy lay-off

14 Sep 2009 - 15:19:15

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Everton's poor start to the season shows no sign of improving after it was revealed that club captain Phil Neville faces a lengthy lay-off.

The former Manchester United star had to be stretchered from the pitch during Sunday's 2-1 defeat at Fulham and it has been confirmed that he has damaged knee ligaments.

Head physiotherapist Mick Rathbone told the club's official website: "An MRI scan on Monday morning has confirmed our fears and it's revealed that Phil has damaged ligaments at the back of his knee.

"He'll now rest it for 48 hours to allow the swelling to go down and he'll then see a specialist in London before a decision is made on how best to manage the injury.

"It's too early to estimate length of absence but I fear he's certainly facing a lengthy lay-off."