Leinster issue update on injured stars ahead of Bulls clash

INJURY UPDATE: Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has given a squad injury update on Monday ahead of Friday’s United Rugby Championship semifinal against the Bulls in Dublin.

Tighthead prop Tadhg Furlong was replaced in the Glasgow Warriors game as a precaution with a back injury and will be further assessed this week.

Hooker Rónan Kelleher (shoulder) remains unavailable for selection this week and continues to be assessed

Meanwhile, there was a bit of good news.

Fullback Hugo Keenan missed the URC quarterfinal clash but he will return to full training this week.

Johnny Sexton (ankle) and James Lowe (shin) also sat out the win over Glasgow and will be further assessed this week before a decision is made on their availability.

James Tracy stepped up his rehabilitation programme last week and will continue to do so again as he looks to return from a neck injury.

There are no further updates on: Tommy O’Brien (knee), Dave Kearney (hamstring) and Will Connors (knee).

Source: @leinsterrugby

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