AFLRATINGS NEWS: Fremantle key defender Alex Pearce was assessed for a forearm concern on Sunday.
He came from the ground in Q3 and was subbed out of the game.
It is the same arm Pearce injured earlier this season.
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Senior coach Justin Longmuir said following the game that Pearce was dealing with soreness in the arm.
Pearce has been sidelined with a fractured arm (via Fremantle on Monday).
A timeline for a return is yet to be determined.
“Unfortunately, Alex has suffered another fracture of his left radius after an incident in the third quarter against Melbourne,”
“It’s really disappointing for Alex who made such a strong return in the opening three quarters of the game.”
“Our medical team will now consult specialists to consider the best intervention in collaboration with Alex and we will then have a better understanding of Alex’s return to play timeline.” Fremantle EGM of of Football Joe Brierty.
Fremantle will likely provide an update in the upcoming period.
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