Pompey striker Colby Bishop undergoes heart surgery
It comes after an issue was picked up during pre-season training
Portsmouth FC has confirmed that striker Colby Bishop has undergone immediate heart surgery to correct an issue picked up during pre-season training.
The club said that a 'potential risk' was identified during a routine heart scan.
No date has yet been set for the 27-year-old's return to the pitch, with the club saying a decision would be taken once his rehabilitation programme has been determined.
Bishop, who has recently became a father, said in a statement:
"Definitely not the start to the season I expected receiving this news. It’s been a really uncertain time for myself, my wife and new baby.
"Despite the difficult circumstance, I am extremely grateful to have been referred to a world-leading expert in a ground-breaking procedure to get me back to full fitness.
"I would like to thank everyone at Portsmouth Football Club for their ongoing support throughout. I look forward to playing in front of you all at Fratton Park on my return."
Bishop scored 20 times in 44 appearances for Pompey in the 2023/24 as he helped the club to the League One title and promotion back into the Championship for the first time in 11 years.