Collingwood believe Scott Pendlebury's finger surgery will only be a minor setback and have not completely ruled the skipper out for this weekend's clash with Greater Western Sydney.

Scott Pendlebury during Friday night's win over West Coast. Credit:AAP

The Magpies think the broken middle finger on his left hand will not keep Pendlebury out for long, if at all, as he strives to return as quickly as possible. But his position will not be confirmed until later this week.

Scans have also confirmed the hamstring tear for fellow Magpie Darcy Moore which will sideline him for at least four weeks.

Pendlebury told reporters on Monday that questions around his availability for Saturday's big clash would be answered when he saw the surgeon later this week.