Essendon star Conor McKenna has tested positive to COVID-19, per Sam McClure.

It is believed that tomorrow's clash between Essendon and Melbourne will be called off as a result, with no other details yet known on the repercussions on the season.

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan will hold a press conference at 4pm to announce an update on the season.

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