Suns star Matt Rowell has sustained a knee injury during his side's clash against West Coast on Sunday and will not return to the field.

The expected injury came during a contest where Eagles forward Zac Langdon tackled Rowell, with the teenager subsequently subbed off via the medical substitute.

Early signs suggest the 19-year-old could face an extended period on the sidelines.

Rowell played just the five games in his debut season last year due to a season-ending shoulder injury.

The former No.1 pick was arguably the Suns' best player during the opening several games of his career.

MATTHEW ROWELL
Midfielder
Gold Coast
2020 SEASON AVG
17.4
Disposals
5.2
Tackles
3.8
Clearances