Hull City defender James Chester sidelined for up to 10 weeks

Hull City have confirmed that defender James Chester will be sidelined for up to 10 weeks with a dislocated shoulder.

Chester suffered the problem on Sunday during Hull's 3-0 defeat at West Ham United in the Premier League.

The 25-year-old, who is expected to undergo surgery, could be back in action towards the end of March.

INJURY UPDATE: It is highly likely that Chester will require surgery, meaning he could be out of action for between eight and ten weeks

— Hull City Official (@HullCity) January 19, 2015

Hull continue their Premier League campaign on January 31 when they welcome Newcastle United to the KC Stadium.