PORT ADELAIDE vice-captain Ollie Wines has been suspended for one week over a breach of the AFL’s COVID-19 return to play protocols.

Wines conducted a television interview as part of a private deal with Channel 7 at the front of his house on Wednesday, against the AFL’s policy which precludes players from having visitors to their homes.

The 25-year-old was absent from Alberton for the side’s main training session today while the club worked with the AFL to look into the matter.

Wines says he regrets breaching the AFL protocols.

“Although not intentional, I acknowledge this is a breach of the current AFL protocols and I take responsibility for the part I played,” Wines said.

“I accept the sanction handed down by the AFL in the circumstances. It serves as a reminder that as AFL players we need to take a leadership position throughout this uncertain period.”

Port Adelaide GM – Football Chris Davies says all club staff and players have been made aware of the protocols.

“All of our staff and players were made aware of their responsibilities, and although inadvertently, Ollie has breached the AFL’s protocols in this situation,” Davies said.

“We accept the sanction in the circumstances and Ollie will take part in the match simulation session before the Showdown and will be available for selection at AFL level in Round 3.”