SOUTHEND United manager Sol Campbell fears goalkeeper Mark Oxley is facing longer than expected out of action with a thigh problem.
Oxley suffered the injury during Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Coventry City.
And Campbell now believes the shot-stopper may be sidelined for more than six weeks.
"Mark Oxley had his scan and it’s going to be a long one," said Campbell.
"It could be longer than we thought.
"I’m not sure if his season is over but it’s not good.
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