Demons probe decision imminent as club essembles team of lawyers in anticipation
MELBOURNE expects to learn the outcome of the AFL's tanking investigation today or tomorrow.
MELBOURNE expects to learn the outcome of the AFL's tanking investigation today or tomorrow.
The Demons, who have assembled a team of lawyers and wealthy benefactors in anticipation, believe they will hear from the league at the start of this week.
Melbourne remains confident any AFL sanction won't involve the loss of draft picks, with Dean Bailey and Chris Connolly the only individuals likely to be suspended.
But reports have suggested the club could be hit with a fine of up to $500,000.
The Demons have been accused of deliberately losing matches during the 2009 season to secure draft picks.
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