CATALANS Dragons' former Widnes Vikings second rower Matt Whitley is facing a lay-off after sustaining a neck injury in his side’s 24-8 defeat by Warrington Wolves in Perpignan on Saturday.
The 25-year-old, who left the field at half-time in the Super League Round 4 game at Stade Gilbert Brutus, has undergone scans to determine the extent of the injury and, although he does not need surgery, no time has been given for his rehabilitation.
A statement from the club said: “The MRI has shown a small injury in his neck that will mean he needs a period of treatment and rehab with the club medical team.
“His recovery will determine his availability.”
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