Star forward Lance Franklin will be tested at training later in the week in a bid to prove his fitness for Saturday afternoon’s clash against Adelaide.

Franklin was a late withdrawal from the side that lost to West Coast last week after injuring his back during training last Friday.

General Manager of Football Tom Harley is optimistic at Franklin’s chances of lining up against the Crows at the SCG.

“The good news is that Lance is a chance to play,” Harley told the HCF Injury Update.

“He twinged his back, was quiet sore and not overly mobile so he flew back early and got the treatment required.

“We have training tomorrow morning, Lance will test himself out there and we will have a clear picture then.

“It is positive signs at this stage and hopefully Lance gets up but we will make the call later in the week.”

Franklin has kicked 42 goals from 14 matches this season.