Sheffield Wednesday manager Dave Jones has revealed that defender Anthony Gardner needs surgery on an Achilles injury.

Gardner was withdrawn during the opening 45 minutes of Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Middlesbrough last weekend, and Jones has admitted that it is a big blow to the club.

The 57-year-old told the club's official website: "Anthony will see a specialist in London and have an operation.

"It's a blow to the boy and the team because he was playing very well and had a good start to the season."

The 32-year-old has made 40 appearances for the Owls since moving to the club last year.