Dons skipper aiming to return for Blues clash.
Essendon Captain Zach Merrett has undergone successful surgery on Monday to repair a fractured metacarpal in his hand.
The injury, sustained during the Dons’ defeat to Geelong, will sideline him for the upcoming round 23 match against St Kilda.
The Club is optimistic that Merrett will be able to return for their round 24 match against Carlton to celebrate his 250th career game.