After consulting specialists today, top-rated Canberra draftee Josh Fahey will require a shoulder reconstruction after dislocating his left shoulder during Sunday’s VFL match.

GIANTS Head of Medical James Rahme said:

“Josh injured his shoulder during a football incident in the game on Sunday.

“He was ruled out of the game and scans on Monday showed that he’ll require a shoulder reconstruction. He'll go in for surgery next week.

“It’s disappointing for Josh that he’ll miss the rest of the season but he’ll learn a lot from the rehab process and will be in a really good position to attack the next pre-season.”

Lachie Whitfield (ankle) will undergo a fitness test ahead of Saturday’s clash with the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba, while Tim Taranto remains out for another week with a back injury.

Whitfield will be put through his paces at main training on Thursday to assess his availability.

Lachie Ash, Braydon Preuss and Nick Haynes missed last week’s match with illness but are expected to be available.

Injury List – May 24