Livewire Jack Lonie is eyeing off a long-awaited return to senior football in the coming weeks.

The dynamic small forward returned to training this week after injuring his knee in Round 6, and he continues to attack his rehab with professionalism and maturity.

Young defender Brandon White was an unlucky omission after sustaining a corked thigh against the Suns. The promising left-footer will undergo testing this week to determine his availability.

Wingman Ed Phillips is running well and showing promising signs of a speedy recovery from a hamstring strain.

Gun recruit Max King had surgery on his ankle on Saturday, and the youngster will be rested for a few weeks before commencing his rehabilitation.