MELBOURNE defender Steven May will undergo a fitness test ahead of Saturdays clash against Fremantle.
Selwyn Griffith, the Dees’ High-Performance Manager, provided an update on the defender, who sustained a tear to his plantar fascia in last weekend’s match against Essendon.
“Mayzy had an acute episode during the game,” Griffith said. “We’ve been managing a foot issue that’s been lingering since late pre-season, but he’s coped with it really well.
“He’s pulled up well and we’re aiming for him to join main training later in the week and be available for selection.”
Kysaiah Pickett was on light duties early in the week after rolling his ankle over the weekend.
“He was able to integrate into training but didn’t feel completely comfortable during some of the more dynamic movements,” Griffith said.
“He completed a straight-line running session, and we’ll continue to modify the start of his week to give him the best chance to train fully and be available.”
Jake Lever is progressing through his recovery after undergoing ankle surgery last week.
“Jake’s recovered well and was back in at the club today,” Griffith said.
“He’ll have a surgical review on Wednesday and if cleared, move into a moon boot, which will allow us to start the next phase of rehab, including strength loading.
“We’ll have a clearer return-to-play picture after his next review.”
Judd McVee is ramping up his workload as he edges closer to a return from a hamstring injury.
“Judd completed full training last week and had a solid session over the weekend,” Griffith said.
“With the VFL team on a bye, we had a group of 15 to 17 players training in Adelaide, and Judd was part of that.
“He’ll complete another full training this week and will be available for selection.”
Tom Campbell is also in the mix for selection after a minor hamstring strain.
“Tommy had a really positive week. He integrated into full training today and the plan is for him to train fully again on Thursday and be available this weekend,” Griffith said.
Young duo Luker Kentfield and Koltyn Tholstrup have both been tracking well and are available for selection this week.
“Luker and Koltyn have both been training really well,” Griffith said.
“They’ve put in strong work across the past couple of weeks, and they’ll both be available for selection heading into this weekend.”
Matthew Jefferson is also back in the mix for selection after overcoming a hand injury, while Marty Hore has ticked off a return to running in his rehab from a calf strain.
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