WESTERN Bulldogs star Tim English will return to full training in the next week after struggling with migraine-related problems.
English, 26, was held out of contact exercises in early 2024 due to health concerns.
The Bulldogs confirmed on Monday the All-Australian ruckman had suffered from migraine-related symptoms in the weeks prior to the Christmas break, leading the club to engage medical specialists.
English was kept out of contact drills as the assessments were completed in late December and early January.
But specialists have now confirmed “Tim’s symptoms were not related to concussion and (were) more consistent with a migraine”.
English will progress back into full training over the next week.
He was noticeably absent from the club’s match simulation practice last week, instead running with Riley Garcia (shoulder).
English’s future will be a topic of discussion this year, as he is a restricted free agent at the end of the season.
English has long been associated with a return to Western Australia, and his choice is expected to affect the ruck merry-go-round in 2024.
The Bulldogs are also looking to rebound this year after missing the finals in 2023.
They begin their season against Melbourne at the MCG on March 17.
