Hernia surgey decision due for West Brom star Robert Koren

Nov 27 2009 by Chris Lepkowski

Robert Koren

ROBERT Koren is due to find out whether he will need surgery to correct a hernia injury as Albion's injuries and illnesses mount ahead of tomorrow's trip to Sheffield Wednesday.

Jerome Thomas is doubtful with a back strain, with Filipe Teixeira suffering from a thigh injury.

Joe Mattock remains a major doubt with Shelton Martis unwell and Roman Bednar still suffering from flu.

But Koren may well be forced onto the sidelines for a slightly longer period as he awaits further medical advice over a problem which he has been nursing for a while.

"Roko has a hernia problem," said Di Matteo.

"He saw a consultant surgeon so we will know a little bit more soon.

"He saw him just to get a correct assessment of his injury and to see what the procedure is from there.

"He has had it for a little bit but he felt something and then it went away.

"Now it has recurred and the pain is a bit stronger so that’s why we have sent him to a consultant."

Di Matteo added: "Shelton fell ill on Wednesday and we sent him home.

"Roman has been ill for five days.

"He came in this morning and did a bit of training but still doesn’t feel 100 per cent.

"I think it’s just seasonal flu - it’s definitely not swine flu though.

"Joe Mattock will be a major doubt for Saturday.

"He is in pain so it doesn’t look too good.

"Jerome Thomas has a little strain in his back and Teixeira has a thigh problem.