LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have provided an update on their injury list ahead of their Round 24 clash against the Penrith Panthers.
Prop Matthew Lodge has been diagnosed with an ACL rupture in his right knee and will undergo surgery this week.
Once he has recovered, he will begin early stage rehab.
Winger Christian Tuipulotu suffered a grade two MCL injury and is currently focusing on strengthening his knee and gradually returning to running.
His progress will be assessed weekly to determine when he can resume playing.
Prop Sean Keppie has recovered from his back spasm and is available for selection against Penrith.
Prop Josh Aloiai recently underwent successful shoulder reconstructive surgery and will spend four weeks in a sling before starting specific rehab work.
Prop Taniela Paseka underwent MCL repair surgery two weeks ago and is progressing well, engaging in lower body strength exercises.
The typical recovery time for his injury is six weeks.