/ 27 December 2006

John Terry may need back surgery

England captain John Terry may need surgery on his injured back, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said on Tuesday.

”The medical department have said surgery might be a possibility,” Mourinho said. ”I don’t know how long he will be out for — three days, three weeks or three months, I don’t know.”

The Blues have conceded six goals in the four games missed by Terry — a defender and Chelsea captain — including an own-goal in Tuesday’s 2-2 draw against Reading.

”I want John to be back as soon as possible,” Mourinho said.

”The medical department will have to make a decision soon.” — Sapa-AP