Injury update: Sam Walsh

Carlton midfielder Sam Walsh will be sidelined for approximately 5-6 weeks, with confirmation this morning that a hot spot has been detected in his foot.

During yesterday’s main training session, Walsh reported foot soreness and has subsequently undergone a series of scans and consultation over the last 24 hours.

The extent of the issue has been confirmed this morning, ruling Walsh out of the trip to Perth and the coming weeks.

The Club can confirm there is no fracture in the foot, therefore no surgery is required, however a period of recovery is now needed to allow the injury to settle.

At this stage, Walsh’s timeline of recovery will see him aim to return to play in Rounds 19-20.

“Sam was unable to complete yesterday’s main training session after reporting soreness in his foot, with further examination confirming a hot spot in his foot,” Carlton General Manager of Football Brad Lloyd said.

“This means Sam will need a period of recovery to allow his foot to settle before his he able to return to play.

“Given he does not require surgery, Sam will aim to return to the side in just over a month.”

Jaxon Binns has been recalled into the 23 to take on West Coast tomorrow evening at Optus Stadium.

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