Peterborough United's transfer plans have been disrupted by an injury to midfielder Matty Garbett. Garbett was set to be sold before the start of next season, but a hamstring injury has made that unlikely.

What happened?

The injury occurred during Garbett's World Cup Finals campaign with New Zealand, and he is not expected to be fit until the start of September.

Why it matters for Peterborough United

This affects the club's salary cap space and expected income, meaning fewer signings are now expected. Posh have already signed midfielder Harrison Jones and defender Evan Weir since the end of last season.

What comes next?

Posh chairman Darragh MacAnthony confirmed that four clubs are interested in striker Brad Ihionvien, and there have been offers for other transfer-listed players. The club hopes to get rid of some of these players early next month. | Player | Status | | --- | --- | | Matty Garbett | Injured | | Brad Ihionvien | Transfer listed | | Harrison Jones | Signed | | Evan Weir | Signed |

The club is also expecting the return of experienced centre-back Sam Hughes, who is now fit and able to re-start training on July 1. Hughes didn't play a single competitive match last season due to calf problems. And Posh have turned down a £1.7 million bid for Garbett in January. But the injury has changed the club's plans, and MacAnthony says patience is required. So the key now is getting Garbett fit and ready for September. Posh don't expect any new signings before July 1, when the departure of Archie Collins and other players will enable some financial wriggle room.