Blackburn Rovers could reportedly be without the services of Colin Kazim-Richards for the next two months because of an ankle injury.

The Turkish international was forced off with the complaint during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Leeds United at Ewood Park.

Despite the fact that he is yet to undergo a scan to determine the extent of the problem, manager Michael Appleton believes that he may have to get by without the 26-year-old for around eight weeks, according to the Lancashire Evening Telegraph.

The report went on to claim that if Appleton's fears are confirmed, he will then attempt to sign a loan replacement.