Smith prepares to face more knee surgery

Ed Smith will have surgery on July 11

Oldham's utility forward Ed Smith will have surgery on July 11 to repair or replace a torn knee cartilage.

"I'll be out for six weeks or more depending on what needs doing," said Smith, who has already had two reconstructions of the same knee.

He added: "This latest problem has no connection with the previous operations and I don't expect to be out for too long."

Do you have a story for us? Want to tell us about something going on in and around Oldham? Let us know by emailing news@oldham-chronicle.co.uk , calling our Oldham-based newsroom on 0161 633 2121 , tweeting us @oldhamchronicle or messaging us through our Facebook page. All contact will be treated in confidence.