QPR have suffered a major blow as midfielder Tom Carroll is set for up to three months on the sidelines with a torn knee ligament.

The 28-year-old former Swansea midfielder suffered the injury in the R’s win at Luton on January 12.

Dr Imtiaz Ahmad, the club’s head of medical services, told the club website: “It’s a really disappointing blow for Tom.

“He sustained the injury during our fixture with Luton and after a review with a specialist had an operation on Saturday.

“We anticipate Tom will be sidelined for a period of three months.

“He is naturally disappointed but determined to return to action this season.”