Hull City striker Ilyas Ansah ruled out for six weeks with spinal issue

Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic confirmed that new striker Ilyas Ansah will miss at least six weeks due to a spinal condition. The issue was identified during a medical examination following the player's transfer from Union Berlin. The announcement followed Hull City’s goalless draw with Aston Villa. In other injury news, Tim Iroegbunam was held out of the match as a precaution but is expected to return for the upcoming EFL Cup fixture against Sunderland. Matt Crooks is also anticipated to be available for that match, while Hidemasa Morita remains sidelined for approximately two more weeks.

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