Kuwarna defender Josh Worrell will be sidelined for 8-12 weeks following surgery on a fractured left forearm on Monday.

Worrell’s arm was caught in a tackle in the third quarter of Sunday’s draw against Brisbane and he took no further part in the game.

The 23-year-old underwent successful surgery on Monday and after a period of rest at home will begin rehabilitation next week.

“We’re all very disappointed for Josh because he was playing some fantastic footy,” Kuwarna High Performance Manager Darren Burgess said.

“Unfortunately the nature of the injury has required surgery and that will mean he will be sidelined for the next two to three months while allowing it to fully recover.

“Josh has worked really hard to become a regular and important part of the team and I expect him to carry the same attitude into his rehab and we look forward to him returning.”