The Carlton Football Club can confirm forward Charlie Curnow has experienced a right knee injury.

Curnow was playing non-competitive basketball with teammates when he fell and experienced discomfort, at which time he contacted the Club’s medical staff.

After further assessment it has been determined that the 22-year-old will undergo surgery on Monday which will be a ligamentous repair to stabilise the patella.

Carlton Head of Football Brad Lloyd said the surgery will allow Curnow to make a full recovery in preparation for next season.

“We are confident surgery will be the right course of action to allow him to recover fully,” Lloyd said.

“We expect he will be back running prior to Christmas as he prepares for the start of the 2020 season.

“While Charlie is really disappointed, he is determined to attack his rehab and do everything he possibly can to get back to his best and help his teammates achieve success next year.”