Wigan left-back Erik Edman is set to be out for six months after rupturing knee ligaments, ruling him out of Euro 2008 duty with Sweden.The Latics confirmed the extent of the damage, after the defender was injured in last weekend's Premier League match at Blackburn.

Swede Edman ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament to his left knee. He will return to Sweden for surgery soon.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce must now consider how to cover for Edman, with Kevin Kilbane the most obvious player to fill in at left-back.

"It's a real shame, because Erik has looked so natural - and we will certainly miss him," Bruce told his club's official website.

"He's also a lovely lad and a terrific professional. But he'll get over this and be back for us, I'm sure. Everyone at the club wishes him the best."

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