• Premier League

Berbatov suffers suspected broken rib

ESPN staff
October 27, 2012
Dimitar Berbatov netted Fulham's third at Reading © PA Photos
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Dimitar Berbatov could face another spell on the sidelines after suffering a suspected broken rib in Saturday's 3-3 draw at Reading.

Berbatov, who joined Fulham from Manchester United in the summer, was making only his second appearance after returning from a four-week layoff with a thigh problem.

The Bulgarian picked up the latest injury in the first half against Reading, but managed to carry on after having an injection at the break. He then netted his third goal in five Premier League appearances for the Cottagers.

He could now face another month on the sidelines, with Fulham facing trips to Arsenal and Chelsea in November.

Fulham boss Martin Jol said after the game: "It was difficult, because I think Berbatov broke his rib. We thought he may come off at half-time, but he had an injection to carry on."

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