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Bobby Hill last played for Collingwood in round 21 last year. Coach Craig McRae says Hill is welcome, but it looks like he is leaving.

In short, this is about Bobby Hill.

Collingwood coach Craig McRae is concerned about Bobby Hill's wellbeing and sent a support message as Hill looks to leave the club.

Hill has not played for Collingwood since round 21 last year.

What's next for Collingwood?

Collingwood plays the Crows at Adelaide Oval on Thursday night.

Coach Craig McRae says Bobby Hill will always be welcome at Collingwood.

Hill was a hero in the Magpies' 2023 premiership, winning the Norm Smith Medal.

But Hill has not played for almost a year and is unlikely to wear Collingwood colors again.

The club and Hill's management are dealing with his contract that runs until 2030.

McRae said he is more concerned for Hill's wellbeing and sent a message of support.

Bobby Hill returned to Collingwood training, but McRae says it will be some time before he plays in the AFL again.

McRae said, 'If you're out there, Bobby, we've got love and care for you, we'll never stop loving and supporting you.'

McRae said conversations around management and contracts are out of his hands.

Hill is a premiership player and Norm Smith medallist, and he'll forever be welcome at Collingwood.

McRae spoke ahead of the Magpies' clash with Adelaide on Thursday night.

The teams played a qualifying final at Adelaide Oval last year, with Collingwood winning by 24 points.

McRae remembered the game last year, saying it was a highlight of the year for him and the team.

McRae said, 'We anticipate this game to be like a final; big crowd and we're anticipating a big game.'

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The Magpies had a five-day turnaround between games but surprised McRae with their training intensity.

Josh Daicos skipped training with an ankle injury but is expected to be available.

Jeremy Howe is set to be named after overcoming a calf injury.

McRae said, 'If you watch training, you'd think the group just played three days ago.'

There's a huge energy in the building, so McRae doesn't think they need to rest many players.

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