Panthers cop massive blow as Cleary sidelined
The Panthers have suffered a major injury blow with Nathan Cleary expected to be ruled out for a month, according to Fox Sports.
Cleary left the field late in the match against the Broncos and reports suggest he’s been sidelined by a hamstring injury.
The halfback missed six games last year with a hamstring injury after suffering a grade two tear in Origin III.
Brad Schneider was signed to the club from Hull KR following a stint at the Raiders and is expected to fill Cleary’s shoes. Schneider was withdrawn from the NSW Cup side’s match on Saturday.
It’s not the only reported injury news for Penrith with Scott Sorensen also injuring his knee and is expected to miss a month too.
Cleary and Sorensen join James Fisher-Harris in the casualty ward for Penrith after he suffered a shoulder injury against the Eels.
The Panthers play the Roosters this Thursday at Allianz Stadium in a blockbuster top four clash.
