Leo Ulloa has told fans his foot injury has come “at the worst time” but vowed to return as soon as possible The Argus understands Ulloa has suffered a fracture in his left foot and is facing a two-month absence.

An update on the striker’s condition is expected from Albion today but his injury is a massive blow for head coach Oscar Garcia.

Ulloa was stretchered off in Tuesday’s 1-1 draw with Sheffield Wednesday, his first game since returning from a three-match suspension.

He yesterday told fans via Facebook that he would work hard in his recovery.

Ulloa wrote in both Spanish and English: “A shame this injury. It comes at the worst time. Now, I have to work hard to be with the team as soon as possible. Thanks to everyone for your support messages!”

Ulloa’s absence will increase Oscar’s urgency to bring in a striker.

Albion indicated they had a potential loan forward lined up just before the window opened last month and have been interested in Spurs prospect Jonathan Obika.

Oscar said after the draw with Wednesday: “The club knows what we need from the start but now we have Ashley Barnes. We have to trust him that he can score goals.

“He scored goals in pre-season and he’s fit enough to help us.”

Albion are preparing to take on a Nottingham Forest side keen to boost their attacking options by signing highly-rated Wolves winger Bakary Sako, who scored against the Seagulls last season, on an initial 93-day loan.