Melbourne star Christian Petracca has finally put weeks of speculation about his future at the club to bed.
The Norm Smith medallist was edging towards a shock exit with the relationship between the club and his teammates reportedly reaching breaking point.
However, after being linked to a bombshell move to Carlton, Petracca has now released a statement on his long-term plans.
“Over the last few weeks, there’s been a lot of speculation regarding my role at Melbourne,” Petracca said.
“This has occurred as part of the end-of-year review process, in which I voiced my concerns as a leader, wanting better for our club, playing group, and fans.
“I make no apologies for wanting to better our club and contribute to our success both on and off the field.
“I love my footy – it remains my number one priority and always has been. As for my future at the Melbourne Football Club, I remain committed to playing for the red and the blue.”
MELBOURNE star Christian Petracca has been sent to hospital with suspected cracked ribs after being substituted out of the King’s Birthday loss to Collingwood at half-time.
The 28-year-old was kneed in the ribs by Magpies captain Darcy Moore just before the quarter-time siren and sent down into the rooms at the break, before playing under clear duress in the second quarter.
