North Melbourne is expected to replace star midfielder Finn O'Sullivan as the youngster suffered a broken jaw in the Good Friday win over Carlton.
O'Sullivan underwent surgery on Tuesday, with the Kangaroos yet to provide a return timeline.
Teammates Toby Pink will need to pass a fitness test after sustaining a knock on his knee.
"Post-match, Toby was put in a brace for management of that knock as best-practice recovery protocol," White said.
"He had a run today without any limitations and will expect to train Thursday and be available to play this week."
Gold Coast star Christian Petracca could be pushing for an earlier return from a hamstring injury to face Sydney this weekend.
Petracca will need to tick off all required boxes before returning to the selection frame.
GWS could benefit from the return of three familiar faces, with Toby Bedford, Aaron Cadman and Brent Daniels all in the mix to feature for the first time at AFL level this season.
Malcolm Rosas Jr could regain his spot in the Swans' senior side after he was a late withdrawal from the Eagles clash with calf tightness.
St Kilda forwards Cooper Sharman (concussion) and Liam Henry (hamstring) will be considered for the trip to South Australia.
