'Embarrassed and ashamed': Oscar Allen opens up on Mitchell meeting

Oscar Allen has opened up on his meeting with Sam Mitchell

Oscar Allen in action during West Coast's clash with Hawthorn in round 16, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

WEST Coast free agent Oscar Allen says he was "embarrassed and ashamed" when he addressed teammates on Thursday morning about his meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell, but the group has backed him to continue as co-captain in 2025.

Allen, who is out of contract at the end of this season, has been pursued by rival clubs including Brisbane and the Hawks, with news this week that he had met with Mitchell in Perth following the Eagles' Derby loss to Fremantle.

The 26-year-old sought to clear the air on Thursday morning and addressed the media alongside head of football John Worsfold, declaring he had learnt from the mistake and any other talks around his playing future would be conducted through his management.

"I just want to address my sincere apology and serious embarrassment at what's happened over the last few days and weeks," Allen said.

"Clearly the public nature and the timing of what's come out isn't in the best interest of myself and the football club.

"I mostly feel remorseful towards our fans, our playing members, supporters, staff. I can imagine how you guys are feeling and for that I'm incredibly remorseful.

"I'm going to continue my role as co-captain alongside Liam Duggan this season. In conversation with people at the footy club, everyone feels like it's the right thing to do.

"I still am really confident I'm the right man alongside 'Duggo' to take this club forward and achieving some real progress and success this year."

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