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Reading face relegation blow as John Swift ruled out for the rest of the season

“Losing Swift is a big blow. It was only a small injury but his hip needed a clean so he had to have it done.” Jose Gomes

John Swift has been ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing hip surgery on .

This will be a huge blow for , who are only 4-points off the drop zone.

The former youth player has contributed four goals and three assists this season.

The comes days before a season defining weekend for the Berkshire club, who travel to on Friday before hosting on Easter Monday.

The midfield play-maker has been a shining light in a rather bleak season for the . Consequently attracting the interest of promotion pushers United.

Reading manager Jose Gomes had his say on the situation on Wednesday:

“Losing Swift is a big blow. It was only a small injury but his hip needed a clean so he had to have it done.

He will miss the season but should be back for season”

On a brighter note for Royals fans Jón Daði Böðvarsson has returned to partial training and may be in contention to make a return to action this weekend. This, according to Jose Gomes:

“Bodvarsson has started training with us. Hopefully he will be an option for us”

A timely return for the Icelandic international, who has netted six goals in 19 league appearances this season.

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