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Ed Jackson

Essendon grant McDonald-Tipungwuti leave

Essendon have granted fan-favourite Anthony Mcdonald-Tipungwuti a leave of absence. (AAP)

Injured Essendon forward Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti has been granted a leave of absence by the AFL club to deal with personal matters.

The 28-year-old fan-favourite has been battling a calf injury in pre-season but the Bombers announced on Saturday he will also take time away from the club with their full support.

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