Sydney Swans respond to allegations against Elijah Taylor

Sydney Swans have responded to allegations made against first year player Elijah Taylor who is currently serving a suspension for a COVID-19 breach in Perth.

First-year Sydney Swan Elijah Taylor during a match against the Gold Coast Suns at the SCG. Picture: Phil Hillyard

Sydney has confirmed on Saturday night they are aware of assault allegations levelled against Swan Elijah Taylor on social media.

The Swans said they are taking the allegations made against Taylor by a woman seriously and have referred the matter to the AFL.

“The Sydney Swans are aware of allegations made on social media regarding first year player Elijah Taylor,” the statement reads.

“The allegations are very serious and are being treated as such.

“The club has notified the AFL and is not in a position to comment further at this time.”

The Sydney Swans are aware of allegations made on social media regarding first year player Elijah Taylor.

— Sydney Swans (@sydneyswans) September 5, 2020

The first year player is in Perth with his family while serving a suspension for a COVID-19 breach.