Fremantle midfielder Jaeger O’Meara is facing a stint on the sidelines after suffering multiple facial fractures following an incident at training.
The 32-year-old was helped from the the Dockers’ training facility on Wednesday morning after copping a knock to the face, and was sent for scans later that day.
It’s a frustrating blow for the veteran on-baller, who had returned from a hamstring injury only three weeks ago.
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Fremantle footy boss Joe Brierty said the club is yet to determine a timeline for O’Meara’s recovery.
“Unfortunately, this was one of those innocuous incidents at training and you feel for Jaeger who’s such a professional,” Brierty said.
“He’s a popular and valued leader at Fremantle and we’ll put all the support he needs around him while he recovers.
“Our medical team will now consult with the appropriate specialists to consider if surgery is necessary and we will then set the appropriate return to play timelines.”
O’Meara was a solid contributor in Fremantle’s thrilling six-point win over Collingwood at a rain-soaked Adelaide Oval last Friday night, collecting 21 disposals.
He will miss Fremantle’s derby against West Coast on Sunday night.
