Kerry injury complications mounting ahead of opening Munster SFC defence

Key figures such as Shane Ryan, Joe O'Connor, Gavin White, Sean O'Shea and Paudie Clifford struggling to be ready for Saturday's trip to Clare

DOUBTS: Kerry are dealing with injury problems, including for key men Joe O'Connor and Seán O'Shea, heading into the Munster SFC semi-final against Clare. Pics: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

ALL-Ireland champions Kerry are 1/40-on to secure safe passage through Saturday’s Munster SFC semi-final against Clare in Ennis, but preparation has not been without its frustrations and complications.

The Kingdom’s overseas training camp in the Algarve delivered the training and bonding results these costly trips demand but the benefits were compromised by some injury issues.