Salford's Lewis out for months with hip injury
Salford Red Devils forward Loghan Lewis will be out for "a few months" after undergoing surgery on a longstanding hip and groin problem.Lewis joined the club 12 months ago on a short-term deal from National Rugby League side Canberra Raiders, making 11 appearances last season.The 22-year-old agreed a contract for this season, but he has not yet played a game.The club said surgery went well, external and Lewis will begin a period of rehabilitation before a hoped-for return later in the season.In a troubled campaign on and off the pitch, the Red Devils are 11th in Super League with one win from their nine matches.
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