RANGERS star Filip Helander will be out of action for at least a few MONTHS after undergoing surgery following a nasty injury.
The Swedish defender will be sidelined for the foreseeable future having gone under the knife after being stretchered off during the 2-1 win over St Johnstone.
Ibrox boss Steven Gerrard confirmed Helander had gone for surgery within the last two days at his press conference today.
And Gerrard admitted it'll be a significant amount of time before the centre-back will be back involved.
Discussing squad fitness ahead of the Europa League clash with Lyon on Thursday, Gerrard said: "Helander will be missing, he has had surgery in the last 48 hours and will be missing for the foreseeable future.
"I've not had a chance to speak to Fil post-surgery but I will do asap to see how he is mentally & physically.
"It is difficult to put a time on his return for now but will be at least a few months."
While losing Helander is a huge blow for the Ibrox side, they will be boosted by the return of Connor Goldson.
Goldson will be back in the squad after completing a period of self-isolation under Covid guidelines.
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