He is likely to require an ACL reconstruction.
Meanwhile scans have cleared forward Lachlan Hansen of any serious damage to his shoulder.
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North Melbourne youngster Ayden Kennedy will see a surgeon this week after injuring his knee in the NAB Challenge match against the Greater Western Sydney Giant
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