Unlucky ... Adam Federici is out at a crucial time. Source: Tony Marshall / AAP
Socceroos goalkeeper Adam Federici is set to miss a large part of Reading's fight for survival in the Barclays Premier League after revelations that his ankle injury is far more severe than first thought.
Initial reports out of the UK suggested the shotstopper would only miss one to two games but Fox Sports understands he's set to be sidelined for a further month following a training mishap that left his ligaments badly damaged.
It's also a monumental blow to Reading's hopes of retaining their Premier League status, particularly after their loss to Aston Villa on the weekend. That defeat came after long-time manager Brian McDermott was axed in a desperate bid to rejuvenate their form.
