Shrewsbury midfielder Jack Price faces up to two months out

Jack Price, 33, will miss up to two months after a hamstring injury suffered in a pre‑season match against Everton U21s. The Shrewsbury Town midfielder returned this summer as a free agent and underwent scans last week that confirmed the setback.

Injury details

Price sustained the hamstring injury during a pre‑season outing against Everton Under‑21s. The injury was described as “obscure” and required a scan, with a second scan performed because of its location. Manager Gavin Cowan said the injury could be “a month, maybe two” and that the club is “just looking at the extent of it.”

Manager’s comments

Cowan told reporters that Price is “deeply devastated” and “just desperate to get on that pitch.” He added that Price’s return would be a dream for the veteran, who was born and educated in Shrewsbury. The manager also clarified that the injury did not occur during training but in the Everton game.

Impact on the squad

Price’s absence will leave Shrewsbury Town without a veteran midfielder for the foreseeable future. Cowan said the club would not be able to replace him during the remainder of the transfer window because finances do not support a new signing. He highlighted the existing midfielders – Will Gray, Tom Sang, Isaac England and Jay Turner‑Cooke – as suitable for the team’s style.

Background

Price joined Shrewsbury Town after playing under Cowan at Brackley Town last season. He was signed as a free agent and has been eager to contribute to the club’s campaign. Cowan praised Price’s elite level and said he would not have signed him “just to be a cheerleader.”

Future outlook

Cowan expressed confidence that the squad can cope without Price for the “foreseeable future.” He also noted that the competition for midfield spots would slightly ease with Price’s absence, allowing younger players to step up.

Conclusion

The injury marks a frustrating start to the new campaign for the former Wolves midfielder. While the club relies on its current midfield options, Price’s return will be closely monitored as the season progresses.