Carlton co-vice captain Jacob Weitering had his chest area further assessed by the Blues’ medical staff after returning to the Club today.

This assessment confirmed Weitering had sustained a rib fracture, but the defender has been cleared of any other injury. As a result, he remains a good chance to be available to play in Opening Round.

The 28-year-old will now focus on making a full recovery, with the Club to confirm his availability to play against Sydney during the week of Opening Round.