DoncasterRoversFC.co.uk caught a quick word with the Rovers head physio John Dickens, to get the latest on the Doncaster Rovers players currently recovering from injury.

Byron Webster

"Byron Webster has unfortunately fractured his fifth metatarsal. He did that in training last Tuesday and he is now immobilised. He is unable to bear any weight on the foot and he is on crutches. Unfortunately, he will be out of action for several weeks."

Adam Lockwood

"Adam Lockwood, who also fractured a metatarsal, is seeing the specialist on Monday to see if we can start weight bearing. If we get the green light, we will start building that up."

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Fairhurst-320

"Waide Fairhurst has been suffering from ligament damage in his foot, but he will be starting his running programme next week."

Martin Woods

"Martin Woods has had an injection in his groin, which has now settled down. We will be starting a running programme with him next week."

Steve Brooker

"Steve Brooker, unfortunately, has had a setback in his rehabilitation and he has damaged a separate tendon in his ankle. He's having that looked at, but it looks as though he will require an operation."

Jason Shackell

"Jason Shackell is currently recovering from a hernia operation and he will be out for another couple of weeks."