Paddy McNair faces lengthy spell out of action after cruciate ligament rupture

McNair, who can play in defence or midfield, sustained the injury in 42nd minute of Saturday's 3-0 Premier League home win over Hull as he closed down Curtis Davies, although he did not come off until the 88th minute.

Amid reports he is set to miss the rest of the season, Sunderland said in a statement on their official website on Wednesday: "McNair faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines but will now focus on returning to action as quickly as possible."

Source : PA

Source: PA