United boss Simon Grayson has moved to clarify suggestions that striker Billy Paynter is facing a lengthy lay-off.

The summer signing missed the games against Bury and Hartlepool amid suggestions that he has fractured his shin.

"Contrary to the different reports I've heard, Billy has not broken one or both his legs," said the boss.

"He took a kick on the shin in Slovakia and he has missed the games as a precaution.

"It's something we're assessing on an ongoing basis and we'll see how things go."

The former Swindon striker picked up the knock during the 1-0 win against MFK Kosice when he scored his first goal for the club.