Chris Wood, the striker for Nottingham Forest, will not play against Aston Villa on Sunday, according to Steve Cooper.
The 31-year-old did not make the trip to Anfield last weekend, but he did score a double against Luton Town in the previous game at the City Ground.
After the defeat, Cooper revealed that the 31-year-old had suffered a hamstring injury during the week, subsequently missing the match.
Yesterday, the boss gave a more detailed answer as to how long the striker would be missing.
“Woody has a hamstring injury and I don’t think we’ll see him before the international break.
With no return date set for Divock Origi and Taiwo Awoniyi still struggling with injury, Cooper could well find himself without a recognised centre forward on Sunday.
Winger Anthony Elanga started in a central role against Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool last weekend, with it clear to see he was playing in an unnatural role.
Forest fans and Cooper will be hoping Wood can return quicker than expected, with the 31-year-old impressing against Luton before his injury.
