Striker crisis at Wolves

Wolves are facing a striker crisis ahead of Saturday's crucial clash with Charlton after Freddy Eastwood became the latest Molineux hitman to be struck down by injury.

The £1.5m man sat out Wales' game in San Marino last night with an achilles problem that leaves him a huge doubt for the weekend visit of the Addicks.

The striker was due to fly back to the Midlands today to be assessed by Wolves physios – but he is reporting discomfort in his achilles and the club is braced for more bad news on the forward front.

Eastwood's injury means boss Mick McCarthy has just two of his five senior strikers fit for the visit of promotion rivals Charlton. A torn hamstring looks set to rule out Stephen Elliott while Stephen Ward – McCarthy's other option in a striking role – is also struggling with a long-term knee injury.

Wales boss John Toshack confirmed Eastwood's injury problem after the 2-1 win in San Marino last night.

"Freddy has got an achilles problem. He complained about it in training on Tuesday and it was touch and go whether or not he would play," he said.

"On the day of the game he was still in some discomfort so we put him on the bench and decided to leave him out altogether in the end."