Wycombe Wanderers manager Matt Bloomfield has revealed that striker Brandon Hanlan could make his long-awaited return from injury in this week’s FA Cup clash against York City.

The forward reputed his ACL in the 1-0 home league loss versus Stevenage on November 11 after being thrown to the ground by Boro captain Carl Piergianni.

The ex-Bristol Rovers man received treatment for close to 10 minutes before being stretchered off the field of play.

Since then, Bloomfield has provided several positive updates on Hanlan’s recovery, but no date was set for when he would make his return to first-team action.

He featured in a behind-closed-doors practice match against Queens Park Rangers in recent weeks, as he continued to build up fitness.

While the manager did not confirm or deny that Hanlan would feature against the National League outfit on Saturday, it is hoped that the 28-year-old will return before the end of this calendar year.

When asked by BBC 3 Counties Radio if he will be part of the squad for the cup clash versus York on November 2, Bloomfield said: “Possibly – I’ve yet to make a final decision on that.

“We are analysing where everyone is at in terms of their minutes, and there is a chance of getting some minutes for Brands.

“He can be a big player for us.

“He was in such fine form for us last season before he got injured, and he was a huge loss for this football club.

“We’ll grab that opportunity at both hands to get him back, as he possesses great pace and strength.”