Mitrovic set to make swift return from injury

An ankle injury suffered by Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic does not appear to be as serious as initially feared.

The key striker, who has scored 18 goals for his promotion-chasing side this season, was stretched off during the 1-0 win at Hull City on Saturday.

Manager Scott Parker feared the worst but now believes Mitrovic could be back in action sooner rather than later.

Parker said: “Initially, we were nervous and he left the stadium in a boot. But he’s quite robust.

“We were worried it might have be a little bit longer but, although there is damage there, we hope we can turn him around in a few weeks.”