Long layoff for Scarlets prop Phil John after knee injury

Scarlets prop Phil John is expected to be out for up to two months because of a knee injury.

The 33-year-old loosehead underwent surgery on Wednesday for treatment to a longstanding knee cartilage issue.

Scarlets head of medical Andrew Walker said: "For the health of his knee it was decided that taking the surgical route was the best option.

"We expect Phil to make a full recovery but is likely to be out for up to eight weeks."