Colm Cooper set for scan on shoulder

Colm Cooper will have a scan today on his collarbone although it has already been confirmed he has suffered no break to the bone or ligament tear.

It’s believed Cooper’s problem relates to the tendon although the pain and lack of mobility around his left shoulder has eased since Kerry’s Munster final win over Tipperary on Sunday and the indications are positive despite reports to the contrary outside the camp.

“Some of what has been said about the extent of the injury has been over-the-top,” said a source close to the player. “There needs to be a sense of calm about the whole thing.”