Gareth Delve joined Gloucester from Bath last year
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Gloucester number eight Gareth Delve will have surgery on his left knee to assess the damage to his anterior cruciate ligament.
The Welshman is likely to be out for a number of weeks and will miss the start of the 2008/09 season.
Delve, 25, made 20 appearances last season after his summer move from Bath.
"This injury is obviously a setback to him and the club but I have no doubts he will be back in Gloucester colours next season," said coach Dean Ryan.
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Gareth has drive, determination and a willingness to succeed
Gloucester coach Dean Ryan
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"Gareth is a tremendous individual and an outstanding player - someone we wanted to build around for the future," added Ryan.
"He has drive, determination and a willingness to succeed and I am sure that he will come through his recovery."
Meanwhile, flanker Akapusi Qera will see a specialist in London on Monday to determine the extent of his knee injury.
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