Fabian Closing in on Return

Last updated : 18 February 2004 By Site Editor
The popular Dutchman has been ruled out since picking up an injury against Coventry and was thought to be out between anything from four to six weeks.

However, as Joe Royle told the club website, it looks like he could be back sooner than expected: "Fabian trained fully today and came through fine. I say fine, he took a real tumble and got a whack on his shins but he got up and had no problem with his shoulder.

"If he has no reaction over the next few days then he has a strong chance of being in the squad for the weekend."