Laois' Fitzpatrick will not need surgery

Laois attacker Kevin Fitzpatrick will not require surgery on his groin, a scan has revealed.

The Portlaoise club man has been struggling with the injury since last October, but put off surgery until his side had finished their All-Ireland club campaign.

However, a scan has revealed the player will not need an operation to correct the injury.

He will return to training with Laois within the next fortnight ahead of the start of the Leinster championship.