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Midfielder or full-back Shane O’Connor will not need to undergo an operation despite missing out on winning a Republic of Ireland U21 cap this week having been struck down by appendicitis.
Keeper Ian McLoughlin came off the bench to save a penalty on his debut and midfielder Conor Hourihane was also in the side as the Republic of Ireland’s U21s drew 0-0 in Cyprus.
Town’s Playford Road training ground will be quieter than usual this week with 10 players away on international duty.
Midfielder or full-back Shane O'Connor has withdrawn from the Republic of Ireland U21 squad travelling to Cyprus for a friendly on Wednesday due to illness.
Town are set to sign Hearts central midfielder Ryan Stevenson on what's reported to be a three-year deal. News of the Blues' interest broke in Scotland overnight with a fee of £50,000 agreed for the 27-year-old, who we understand will be at the club today for talks and a look around.