Overview
- Tigers manager Sergej Jakirovic said Collyer twisted his ankle in training after a collision with goalkeeper Dillon Phillips and will miss the rest of the regular season.
- The midfielder returns to Manchester United for treatment this week under a protective boot, and Hull must cover his absence as John Lundstram returns and Regan Slater nears fitness.
- Any late cameo this season is described as unlikely and would require Hull to reach and progress through the play-offs to the Wembley final.
- The setback came soon after his first Hull start, a 74-minute outing in a 0-0 draw with Coventry City, following weeks of hamstring issues and limited minutes off the bench.
- Across loans at West Brom and Hull this season he has 17 appearances, one assist and about 357 Championship minutes, and Hull Live reports early talks about a return next season that may depend on the club’s division.