GOLD Coast defender Trent McKenzie is set to miss the next three to four weeks of pre-season training after scans revealed he suffered a high-grade right ankle sprain at training on Monday.
McKenzie joined his teammates for the Suns' first session back after the Christmas break, but was carried from Metricon Stadium not long after when he landed awkwardly on his right ankle in a spoiling attempt.
"Thankfully for Trent, scans have revealed no structural damage after he sprained his ankle at training on Monday," a Gold Coast spokesman told AFL.com.au on Tuesday.
"Trent is expected to spend 3-4 weeks on a modified training program to rehabilitate his ankle."
The 21-year-old was on track to complete his first full pre-season in four years, but the ankle injury will consign him to the club's rehabilitation group.
McKenzie enjoyed his best year to date for the Suns in 2013, averaging 19.2 disposals a game and thriving in a mop-up half back role.
Originally signed as one of Gold Coast's 17-year-old access selections, McKenzie has 57 games to his name with the Suns.
McKenzie now faces a race against time to be fit for the Suns' opening NAB Challenge game against Essendon on February 17.
