Fremantle can confirm scans have revealed a new fracture to captain Alex Pearce’s radius bone in his left forearm during yesterday’s round 19 win over Melbourne.

After four weeks on the sidelines, Pearce was cleared to return to play his first game after fracturing the same bone against the Gold Coast Suns in round 15.

“Unfortunately, Alex has suffered another fracture of his left radius after an incident in the third quarter against Melbourne,” said Fremantle Executive General Manager of Football Joe Brierty.

“It’s really disappointing for Alex who made such a strong return in the opening three quarters of the game.

“Our medical team will now consult specialists to consider the best intervention in collaboration with Alex and we will then have a better understanding of Alex’s return to play timeline.”

The Club will provide a further update later in the week.