Leinster have confirmed today the Kevin McLaughlin will be out for 12 weeks following shoulder surgery.

The back row sustained the injury against Connacht earlier this month and due to its severity, surgery is required. 

Leinster Rugby can confirm that @KMcLaughlin6 has undergone surgery on shoulder injured against Connacht - out for 12 weeks. #GetWellSoonKev

— Leinster Rugby (@leinsterrugby) December 30, 2014