Goal.com · Jan 30, 2017
Hull defender Davies ruled out as Ranocchia speculation grows
The Tigers have been hit with a blow after the 31-year-old was ruled out but could be about to bring in an experienced replacement
Hull City centre-back Curtis Davies has been ruled out for around eight weeks with a hamstring injury, amid speculation the Premier League strugglers are poised to bring in Inter defender Andrea Ranocchia.
Davies limped off during the opening stages Hull's 4-1 FA Cup defeat to Championship Fulham on Sunday.
A brief statement posted on the club's official website confirmed the severity of the 31-year-old's injury and reports on Monday suggested Marco Silva could quickly secure cover at centre-back.