Collingwood have ruled out high-profile recruit Daniel Wells for their round-one AFL clash with the Western Bulldogs.
The former North Melbourne midfielder has had calf muscle problems and did not play in any of the Magpies' pre-season matches.
While Wells is one of the league's most talented midfielders, he was a high-risk recruit because he is 31 and has a history of leg injuries.
"Last week we said that we would reassess every seven days, and we are pleased with the way that he is progressing," football chief Geoff Walsh said.
"He is starting to get some good conditioning into his legs, but he won't make round one.
"We are all aware of that, but having said that, we are really pleased that he is going forward and he is starting to feel good, particularly in relation to his calf.
"As he gets better and as he builds training, that will tell us when he is ready to resume."
The news is better for a host of Wells' new teammates.
"Levi Greenwood will train on Friday ... he had some hamstring tightness, but we expect him to roll out on Friday," Walsh said.
"It means Friday will be the biggest session of the week and we expect him to train then, as will Scott Pendlebury (achilles).
"Jordan De Goey (thigh) has improved significantly. He ran on the weekend, so he will train as well.
"There will be some good inclusions on the track from guys who missed last week, so that's all positive news."
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