The Academy youngster was withdrawn in the second half after picking up the issue. Rovers will scan Litherland to assess the damage but Valerien Ismael was not optimistic after the game. READ MORE: Blackburn Rovers boss makes 'limits' admission after worrying Wrexham defeat"We got two more injured players which is tough to take with the last game," Ismael said. We'll have to see with him but he was really struggling to finish the first half and in the second half, he said it was not possible. "We are missing so many but we will find a way and have a squad for Sunday's game.

Source: Express January 02, 2026 03:58 UTC