Aberdeen midfielder Jamie McGrath has been ruled out for 'a number of months' after sustaining a shoulder injury.

The latest injury blow for the Dons sees the Irishman miss out on the run up to the end of the campaign, with his shoulder issue raising concerns over whether his season could be over.

McGrath is one of several Dons who are out of contract come the summer, with questions still remaining over his future at Pittodrie.

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The midfielder is set to undergo an intensive rehab programme following his surgery, with the club confirming he is expected to be sidelined for an extended period of time.

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An update reads: "Jamie McGrath has unfortunately sustained a shoulder injury and following surgery will now undertake an intensive rehab programme.

"He is expected to be sidelined for a number of months. We wish Jamie a speedy recovery."

Jimmy Thelin's side will be missing McGrath's quality as they look to end their winless run in the Premiership.

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They face St Mirren on Saturday who kickstarted that dire run of form by handing the Reds their first loss of the campaign in Paisley back in November.

Aberdeen downed Elgin City in the Scottish Cup last weekend to end the winless run in all competitions, but their wait for a much-needed league victory continues.