Wales midfielder Jason Koumas has become the latest player to be ruled out of manager John Toshack's squad for the Euro 2008 qualifiers in Cyprus and San Marino through injury.
But Wigan midfielder Koumas was not ruled out until he had been examined by Wales' own medical staff in Cardiff before he had a scan on a persistent thigh problem.
The fact the 28-year-old has not played an away match for Wales in two years, and that he pulled out of their last match - the outstanding 5-2 win in Slovakia - with a foot injury left Wales fans doubting his commitment.
With Toshack believing he might have skipper Craig Bellamy in his side for the October 17 qualifier in San Marino, just a week after a groin operation, there was every reason he wanted to be totally convinced over Koumas' fitness.
Toshack, who has also lost 20 year-old keeper Wayne Hennessey with a hip injury for both matches, is well used to a constant stream of player withdrawals from his squads as the club v country debate rages.
Toshack has also discussed the issue with Wigan boss Chris Hutchings but insists he is now clear over Koumas' injury problems.
