Sheffield United 'thinking about surgery' as Enda Stevens set to miss qualifiers

Ireland's Enda Stevens is set to miss the next three internationals. Picture: INPHO/Tommy Dickson

Defender Enda Stevens is set to miss the Republic of Ireland's triple-header of World Cup qualifiers next month as his club manager says he is set for up to six weeks on the sidelines.

Stevens missed Sheffield United's Championship opener last weekend and is expected to be out for four to six weeks.