Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley says he's still unsure whether Jordan De Goey will be fit to return for the club's round-one blockbuster against Geelong on March 22.

De Goey suffered a mid-foot sprain less than three weeks ago, but returned to training last week in a bid to prove his fitness for the start of the season.

Jordan De Goey is a chance to play round one. Credit:AAP

The 22-year-old will definitely miss next Monday's pre-season clash with Carlton, but Buckley has left the door open for De Goey to feature in round one.

De Goey is confident he'll make it, but Buckley wants to see more from the star forward over the coming weeks.