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SAINTS boss Will Still is fearing the worst about Shea Charles, after the midfielder suffered a hamstring injury against Blackburn Rovers.

Northern Ireland international Charles pulled up during Saturday's 2-1 defeat at Ewood Park and was replaced in midfield by after 81 minutes.

Still suggested he was already planning to withdraw Charles before full-time due to fitness concerns, but could now be without the 21 year old.

A hamstring strain can cause a player to miss up to a few weeks of action,...