Hawthorn midfielder and former No.1 pick Tom Scully has taken time way from the club to deal with personal circumstances.
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The 29-year-old hasn't trained with the Hawks over the last two weeks as he zeroes in on the final season of a three-year contract with Hawthorn.
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"Tom has requested time off from his football commitments due to personal circumstances," a Hawthorn spokesperson told AFL.com.au.
"Hawthorn is fully supportive of Tom's request and remains in regular communication with Tom to provide him with any support required.
"The club ask that Tom's privacy is respected at this time and will provide a further update when available."
Melbourne selected Scully with the top pick of the 2009 national draft.
The hard-running wingman has since played 31 games with the Demons, 121 with Greater Western Sydney and 35 with Hawthorn.
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