ALARM bells started ringing with the news Michael De Vere ruptured a right knee ligament over the weekend.
That immediately prompted Giants officials to speak to Australian medical staff, who have reassured them he will make a full recovery and start the new season.
This type of injury is now common in rugby league, with St Helens scrum half Sean Long a shining example.
He suffered the injury against the Giants in 2001 but returned stronger and better than ever.
