Jason Beardsley turned professional with Derby County in July 2007

Notts County defender Jason Beardsley will be out for up to six weeks with a thigh injury.

The 19-year-old right-back, who has made 11 appearances for the Magpies, is on loan at Meadow Lane from Derby County until January.

Magpies manager Ian McParland told the club website: "It is a blow for Jason and for the team as he has settled in well and performed to a high standard."

Beardsley has returned to Pride Park for treatment.