Striker Alan Lee says he is hopeful of being fit for the start of the season. The Irish international recently underwent abdominal surgery.

Lee told the club site: "I can't do anything for two weeks after having the surgery but will then begin to work with the physio staff.

"It's frustrating not to be able to start pre-season with the rest of the lads, but I have to get on with it and I'm very confident I'll be fit and ready for the start of the season."

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