Nottingham Forest defender Eric Lichaj has been hit with an injury blow after receiving the news that he will have to undergo a double hernia operation.

The American, who has made 26 appearances for The Reds since joining on a free transfer in the summer , limped off in the recent 4-1 defeat to Wigan Athletic becomes the latest name on Forest’s lengthy injury list.The club cannot set an expected date for Eric’s return but will give supporters an update on his progress in due course.