Jason Knight holding out hope of returning for Ireland's home World Cup qualifiers

Midfielder Knight was effectively ruled out by Wayne Rooney when the Derby manager predicted a layoff between eight and 12 weeks while confirming the injury last month

Jason Knight. Picture: INPHO/Tommy Dickson

Jason Knight has not given up hope of having some involvement in Ireland’s upcoming trio of World Cup qualifiers.

Stephen Kenny unveils his squad on Thursday for the gathering which begins next Wednesday in Faro against Portugal, followed by home clashes with Azerbaijan and Serbia over the following five days.