\n News\n <\/p>\n
\n Melbourne has named its 26-player squad for its Round 4 match against Gold Coast\n <\/p>\n
INS – D.Turner, B. Laurie, J. Melksham, M. Heath, L. Kentfield
OUTS \u2013 C. Jiath (injured), P. Cross (injured)<\/p>\n
MELBOURNE has named an extended line-up for its Round 4 clash with Gold Coast at the MCG.<\/p>\n
The Dees will again take to the MCG on Sunday afternoon, looking to build momentum in front of the Demon faithful.<\/p>\n
Five potential inclusions headline the 26-player squad, with Daniel Turner, Bailey Laurie, Jake Melksham, Max Heath and Luker Kentfield all named in the extended side.<\/p>\n
Turner returns after missing last week through a hand injury, while Melksham has been brought into the mix as Melbourne looks to strengthen its forward options.<\/p>\n
Patrick Cross and Changkuoth Jiath have both been ruled out after sustaining injuries in Melbourne\u2019s Round 3 win over Carlton.<\/p>\n
\u201cUnfortunately, CJ experienced some soreness in his calf during the game and was subsequently removed from play,\u201d High Performance Manager Selwyn Griffith said.<\/p>\n
\u201cScans have confirmed that he has suffered a low-grade soleus strain. He\u2019ll now enter our rehab program, and we\u2019ll further assess his availability in the coming days.<\/p>\n
\u201cPaddy had an incident involving his thumb late in the game and scans have unfortunately shown that he dislocated his thumb, which resulted in ligament tears.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe consulted with a specialist and underwent surgery today. We\u2019ll assess his return to play plan following wound clearance and further consultation with the surgeon.\u201d<\/p>\n
From the 26 players named, 23 will be selected in the final team, which will be confirmed tomorrow at 5pm (AEDT).<\/p>\n
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