Brighton & Hove Albion's Solly March ruled out for season

Brighton & Hove Albion winger Solly March has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

The 21-year-old was stretchered off after just 27 minutes of his side's 2-2 draw with promotion rivals Derby County at the iPro Stadium last weekend.

A scan has since confirmed that he suffered anterior cruciate ligament damage and will now miss the remainder of the campaign.

"We're all devastated about it," manager Chris Hughton told BBC Sussex.

"He's a young player and has been in really good form for us. How long he'll be out won't be determined until he sees a specialist. It's a real blow."

Brighton remain unbeaten in the Championship this season ahead of a top-two clash with joint leaders Middlesbrough this weekend.