JOHNSON BACKING INJURED SMITH TO RETURN

By Jon Miller
CHAMPIONSHIP
LEE Johnson believes Korey Smith will bounce back after knee surgery as the Bristol City midfielder faces up to six months on the sidelines.
The 27-year-old former Norwich and Oldham man limped out of the Robins’ clash against Middlesbrough with the problem and underwent successful surgery on Tuesday.
City manager Johnson said: “We all feel for Korey. I’m gutted for him, he’s had his operation and he’s out for between four and six months.
“It’s not ideal because not only is he a very good player, but he’s a character...

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