Manly stars Jake Trbojevic and Addin Fonua-Blake will miss the opening weeks of the NRL season while recovering from off-season shoulder surgery.

The representative pair spoke on Wednesday and while both appeared fit as a result of increased cardio work in rehab, they confirmed they are aiming to return within the first month of the season.

It will leave a devastating hole in the Sea Eagles’ pack in the opening rounds as they prepare to face Melbourne, the Roosters, Warriors and Canberra.