Kyle Naughton has been ruled out for the rest of the season after David Meyler ’ s red card challenge on Saturday . The Hull midfielder was shown a straight red for the hefty challenge that left Naughton in hospital at the weekend , though neither Garry Monk nor Steve Bruce condemned Meyler at the time . A scan on Monday revealed Naughton suffered ligament damage and the right-back will face a six-week lay-off . David Meyler ( left ) lunges in high on Kyle Naughton and was sent off the poor challenge on Saturday . The full back writhes in pain following the incident and faces a six-week lay off with ankle ligament damage . A club statement said : ‘ An initial scan on Saturday ruled out a fracture , but a follow up scan last night confirmed ligament damage that will keep the January signing from Spurs out for around six weeks . ‘ With just seven league games left , it ’ s a blow for Naughton and the Swans with the right-back continuing to impress with every appearance. ’ Angel Rangel will return to the side to face Everton on Saturday . Rangel said : ‘ It ’ s not good because Kyle has an injury and I don ’ t wish bad on anyone , but from my point of view I always try and be ready so if the manager needs me I ’ ll try my best. ’ Naughton will miss the rest of the season and had to helped off the pitch by the Swansea team physios . Meyler looks shocked as referee Andre Marriner shows him a straight red , a decision that was justified .
Kyle Naughton ruled out for six weeks with ankle ligament damage . David Meyler was sent off the tackle and will serve a suspension . Angel Rangel could replace Naughton for their home game versus Naughton . CLICK HERE for all the latest Swansea news .