Statement on Jarrad McVeigh

Sydney Swans co-captain Jarrad McVeigh has withdrawn from tonight’s match against Essendon and will be replaced in the side by Trent Dennis-Lane.

Jarrad was due to travel to Melbourne today to join his team-mates but was unable to make the trip for personal reasons.

Jarrad’s wife, Clementine, gave birth to their daughter last week but baby Luella is experiencing complications. Jarrad wished to remain in Sydney with his wife and daughter and the Club fully supports his decision.

There will be no further comment on the matter and the Club asks that the privacy of Jarrad McVeigh and his family is respected at this time.