Neil Austin: Hartlepool defender to miss the remainder of the season
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Hartlepool defender Neil Austin will miss the rest of the season as he needs surgery to repair an injured toe.
The 30-year-old was initially injured in February's 0-0 draw with Scunthorpe.
Formerly with Barnsley and Darlingtion, Austin has made 198 appearances for the Pools, who are 10th in League two, five points off the play-off places.
Manager Colin Cooper told the club website:, external "It's a blow but Neil is a top pro so I'm sure he'll want to get back to full fitness as soon as possible."
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