Gresko ruled out for the season

Blackburn defender Vratislav Gresko has been ruled out for the rest of the season with cruciate ligament damage.

The 27-year-old was injured while playing for Slovakia in the goalless draw with Slovenia two weeks ago.

Rovers doctor Phil Batty told the official club website www.rovers.co.uk: “Vratty returned from international duty with an injury. Tests have revealed cruciate ligament damage and unfortunately he will be out of action for several months.”

The former Inter Milan full-back played in Blackburn’s opening three matches of the season but only featured for new boss Mark Hughes in the Carling Cup defeat to Bournemouth.

Gresko signed from Parma following a successful loan spell at Ewood Park two seasons ago.