Whittingham blow for Bluebirds

Midfielder facing three months out

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Whittingham blow for Bluebirds

Whittingham: Ankle injury

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Cardiff midfielder Peter Whittingham faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines with an ankle injury.

The former Aston Villa man suffered the injury during his side's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace last weekend.

Scans have confirmed Whittingham sustained ruptured ankle ligaments and faces up to three months out of action.

The news is a major blow for Bluebirds boss Dave Jones as Cardiff look to maintain their bid for promotion.

The injury could force Jones to enter the loan market to replace Whittingham and bolster his options.