Sydney Swans defender Aliir Aliir will return to the side in one of three changes to the team to face the Power at Adelaide Oval on Saturday afternoon.

Aliir has not played since Round 10 when he was sidelined with a toe injury that required rest.

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Coach John Longmire said Aliir is important to the team structure.

“Obviously Aliir is a key position player who missed a couple of weeks ago with a toe, which was lingering around for a little bit,” Longmire said.

“He played last week in our scramble game as part of his comeback and went quiet well.

“So, it will be good to get him in as he plays a key role for us.”

Midfielders Ryan Clarke and Justin McInerney have also been welcomed back into the line-up to face the top of the ladder Port Adelaide.

Colin O’Riordan, Zac Foot and Dylan Stephens have been omitted.

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