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Collingwood The injury crisis deepened with star forward Jamie Elliott diagnosed with a vascular problem.
The high-profile player missed Sunday’s win over West Coast with what the club initially thought was a back-related leg problem.
But further assessment revealed a “treatable vascular problem” which will keep him out for at least two weeks.
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The 31-year-old will see vascular specialists for further prognosis and treatment.
“Disappointing news for Jamie, who will spend two to three weeks on a modified training program as he recovers from a vascular problem,” Collingwood head of high performance Jarrod Wade said.
“In positive news, this is not a major problem and is treatable. While Jamie recovers and receives treatment, he will be able to train and continue to maintain his form.”
The nightmare run on the injury front for the reigning premiers continues.
Veteran Jeremy Howe will miss the next three weeks after suffering a groin strain in the win over West Coast.
“I had one of these a few years ago, it feels pretty similar, which was on the secondary end,” Howe said.
Jack Baitel entered the concussion protocols, while Harvey Harrison will be further evaluated after suffering an ankle inversion.
Key midfielders Jordan De Gowey and Tom Mitchell have chances to return for Saturday’s game against Adelaide, but Bo McReary will miss another game as he struggles to overcome concussion.
Key forward Brody Michocek has a chance to return next week from a hamstring injury.
After starting the season with three straight losses, the reigning premiers are now in the top 8 after Sunday’s big win over the Eagles.
“Our results and the way we’re developing is a good thing because it doesn’t matter who’s playing at the moment, we’re still getting positive results,” Howe said.
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