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'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

The West Australian

June 24, 2026

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'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

In a revealing confession, Essendon star Zach Merrett has detailed some dark moments due to the ongoing speculation about his future in the AFL.

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