Linfield FC can confirm that midfielder Chris Shields will face an extended period on the sidelines after suffering a serious knee injury during last week’s home fixture against Glenavon at Windsor Park.

Chris was forced off in the second half and subsequent scans have revealed the extent of the injury, which will now require a lengthy rehabilitation period.

Manager and medical staff have been in close contact with Chris since the incident, and the club is fully committed to supporting him throughout his recovery journey.