Alex Bruce is expected to be named in the Republic of Ireland side which takes on Serbia in new coach Giovanni Trapattoni s first competitive match in charge at Croke Park on Saturday (Sky Sports Two, 7.30pm). Midfielder Owen Garvan is likely to be amongst the subs.
Out-of-contract defender Alex Bruce will hold talks with manager Roy Keane regarding his future later this week. The 24-year-old was offered a new two-year deal in January but turned it down.
On-loan Town defender Alex Bruce is set to undergo a hernia operation having picked up the injury during his full debut for Leicester last weekend. The Republic of Ireland international hopes to be back in action well before the end of the season.
Central defender Alex Bruce will miss Saturday s trip to Coventry City after suffering a recurrence of his recent groin injury at Leicester on Boxing Day. The Irish international was replaced by Fabian Wilnis in the second half at the Walkers Stadium.