SYLVANS have received a big blow with the news that goalkeeper Ash Williams has suffered ankle ligament damage.

The former island under-21 stopper picked up the injury in training earlier this week and looks set to be out of action for a minimum of four weeks, although it could be longer.

Williams (pictured) has been in fine form this season and was superb in his side’s 1-1 draw at North recently.

His coach, Shaun Staples, admitted it is a disappointment.

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