Young St Kilda forward Ben Long has suffered a fractured metatarsal in his right foot.



The 20-year-old reported soreness in his foot following Sunday’s Round 7 clash with Melbourne at Etihad Stadium.



Subsequent scans this morning revealed a fracture in his third metatarsal, which will keep the recent NAB Rising Star Nominee out for approximately 8-10 weeks.



General Manager of Football Simon Lethlean said it was disappointing for Long after a standout start to the season.



“Ben has been one of our most in-form players over the first seven rounds and has really cemented his place in our best 22,” Lethlean said.



“He’ll do everything right to be back on the field as quickly as possible and we should see him pushing for selection not long after the mid-season bye.”