Several key Port Adelaide players have undergone post-season surgeries as they prepare for the upcoming preseason and 2025 AFL season.

Among those to go under the knife is vice-captain Zak Butters, who had a minor AC joint cleanout in his shoulder. The superstar midfielder is reportedly already back in the gym and not expected to miss any of the pre-season training.

Defensive stalwart Aliir Aliir, who endured a challenging 2024 season, had surgery to repair a labral tear in his shoulder. The surgery follows a campaign in which Aliir's fitness was tested, including a leg scare in the latter rounds of the season.

Veteran midfielder Travis Boak also underwent an arthroscopy on his hip, ensuring he can approach his 19th AFL season in peak physical condition.

Rebounding defender Kane Farrell, who had a disrupted backend of the season due to a hamstring injury, required surgery on the issue. Farrell's injury initially cast doubt over his availability for the 2024 finals, and he ultimately missed the entire campaign. His surgery is expected to aid his recovery and have him ready for 2025.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: Kane Farrell of the Power kicks the ball during the 2023 AFL Round 23 match between the Fremantle Dockers and the Port Adelaide Power at Optus Stadium on August 20, 2023 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Other players who have had procedures include Willem Drew, Darcy Byrne-Jones, and Dante Visentini, all of whom had knee arthroscopies.

Young forward Dylan Williams and developing ruckman Tom Scully each had finger surgeries.

Most of these players are set to resume running by mid-November, and many are expected to be back in full training before Christmas.

Additionally, Sam Powell-Pepper, who has been rehabilitating a knee injury, is making steady progress and is likely to join pre-season training from the outset.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JULY 15: Sam Powell-Pepper of the Power handballs during the round 17 AFL match between the Fremantle Dockers and the Port Adelaide Power at Optus Stadium on July 15, 2018 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

The club's young players (1-4 year players) will return to pre-season training on November 25, with senior players (5+ years) joining them in early December.

This update follows a difficult period for Port Adelaide, with injuries hampering their finals campaign and raising scrutiny around their medical management.

The club parted ways with long-serving chief medical officer Dr. Mark Fisher, who stepped down after 15 years in the role following the club's $100,000 fine for breaching concussion protocols.

As the Power look toward 2025, the fitness of their key players will be telling as they aim for a strong pre-season and a shot at the premiership.