BLACKBURN Rovers defender Vratislav Gresko has been ruled out for the rest of the season with cruciate ligament damage.
The 27-year-old was injured while playing for Slovakia in the goalless draw with Slovenia two weeks ago.
Rovers' club doctor Phil Batty said: "Vratty returned from international duty with an injury. Tests have revealed cruciate ligament damage and unfortunately he will be out of action for several months."
The former Inter Milan full-back played in Rovers' opening three matches of the season but only featured for new boss Mark Hughes in the Carling Cup defeat to Bournemouth.
Gresko signed from Parma for £1.2million following a successful loan spell at Ewood Park two seasons ago.
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