David Devine has been backed by his manager to come back stronger after being ruled out of the rest of Alloa's season.
The 24-year-old has been out of action since December after suffering a hamstring injury, and will be on the sidelines for the remainder of the campaign.
He was substituted midway through the first half of a 1-0 loss at Hamilton Academical five days before Christmas, his 23rd appearance of the season, with an issue that required surgery.
Wasps boss, Andy Graham, told Advertiser Sport last week that Devine's operation was successful, and that he is targeting a return in pre-season.
Graham has also revealed that the procedure has provided reasons as to why Devine had been "breaking down" with hamstring issues, and that it, hopefully, will ensure those will be behind the defender come the summer.
"He ruptured his hamstring against Hamilton on December, right off the bone, which is a really bad one," he explained.
"It's a grade four c, whatever, which is pretty much the worst you can do.
"The positive thing for us is obviously David's had problems with his hamstrings, but I spoke to David, and the surgeon was so positive about it.
"Basically, he's gone in and cut away all the scar tissue that was basically compressing his nerve, which is why David's been breaking down.
"The fact that we've now got to the bottom of that, David's got a reason for it because, before, it was so difficult, because he would come back, play, get out again.
"Now we know what was the reason for it.
"The scar tissue was compressing the nerve. Now, that's all been cut away, so, basically, David's got a fresh start at it.
"That's brilliant for him because I know how hard he works. I know how good a professional he is, and I know if anybody will come back from it, it'll be him.
"So, we'll hopefully have him back for pre-season, which would be brilliant. He's obviously going to be out for the remainder of the season."
Prior to Saturday's home draw with Cove Rangers, the club themselves stated: "Alloa Athletic FC is pleased to confirm that David Devine successfully underwent surgery on his hamstring last week and is now recuperating at home.
"The procedure went well, and David will now begin working towards rehabilitation and return to play after signing a contract for next season
"Everyone at the club is delighted that the operation has been completed, and we will continue to support David every step of the way, as he works towards returning to action."
Share