Cooper hopes for end to injury woe

The midfielder, whose last appearance came nine months ago, has suffered two set-backs with his recovery since undergoing major hip surgery in the summer.Cooper had initially set his sights on a January return but received his first delay when he required a series of injections to cure discomfort in the joint. And although he was ready to embark on a strict training programme his progress has been further hampered by the cold weather.The 26-year-old told the Bournemouth Daily Echo: "I was hoping to start training soon but we've lost at least three weeks. The injections put me back a while and now the weather has put me even further behind."I couldn't put a date on when I might be back because I've got to see how I react to stepping things up. I know it's getting closer and I can start thinking about playing again. Then, it will be a case of trying to force my way into the team, although that won't be easy."Meanwhile, the Cherries' League Two clash at Rotherham, postponed on January 9, has been rearranged for Tuesday, February 2 at 7.45pm.

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