Richmond General Manager- Football Performance, Tim Livingstone has provided an update on midfielder Dustin Martin and his return to the Club this week.

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Livingstone on Perth Squad

General Manager of Football Performance, Tim Livingstone, speaks on Dustin Martin and the team going to Perth for Round 7.

"It is great to see Dustin back at training," Livingstone said.

"The boys are excited to have him back. He has got a couple of good football sessions in this week and is looking fit and strong."

Martin however will not fly to Perth for Friday night's clash against West Coast due to his limited preparation.

"It has been a five-week break- so that is not the best preparation coming into this round (for Dustin)," Livingstone said.

"We will have a look again next week and see how he is progressing."

Richmond will also be without veterans Trent Cotchin and Robbie Tarrant for the Eagles clash, with Livingstone confirming neither will travel to Perth.

"The five-day break for those older guys and the travel is not the best preparation both for this game (against West Coast) and the following v Collingwood," Livingstone explained.

Richmond will confirm its final 22 tomorrow.