Southend United's Michael Timlin could be back for FA Cup clash with Stockport County (From Echo)

Southend United's Michael Timlin could be back for FA Cup clash with Stockport County

12:55pm Wednesday 31st October 2012 in Blues By Chris Phillips

SOUTHEND United midfielder Michael Timlin could be set for a shock return to action against Stockport County this weekend.

The 27-year-old had been fearing an extended spell on the sidelines with an ankle injury.

But a London-based surgeon has now confirmed he could soon be back in action, much to the relief of Timlin.

“The specialist said that the damage to my ankle was from a previous injury, so it was good news for me,” said Timlin.

“The initial scan showed quite a lot of damage and I was worried that I might have been out for quite a few weeks.

“But thankfully that’s not the case and I could be back in training later this week.

“I will see how that goes, but there’s a chance I could even be fit for the FA Cup game against Stockport on Saturday.”

Timlin had missed Blues’ last two matches with the injury he picked up during the 1-0 defeat at Morecambe a fortnight ago.

The injury was sustained following a mis-timed tackle from Shrimps’ defender Jordan Mustoe.

But Timlin could now be set for a return and will do battle with loan signing Marc Laird and Alex Woodyard for a place in the starting line-up against the Hatters at Roots Hall.