Overview
- The 27-year-old forward has not returned since post-Christmas training resumed and remains on personal leave.
- Football boss Andrew Mackie said Stengle’s welfare is the priority, and the Cats say they are optimistic he will return soon.
- Geelong and Stengle’s representatives are working on a transition back to full training, but the timing is still fluid.
- His absence follows an early start to his December break after a difficult period off the field.
- Stengle’s availability for the March 6 Opening Round at People First Stadium is uncertain, with Collingwood’s Bobby Hill also currently on leave elsewhere in the AFL.