MELBOURNE midfielder Brock McLean has urged the red and blue faithful to turn out in full force this Saturday against the Western Bulldogs at the MCG, on the back of some much improved form from the Demons.

Melbourne midfielder Brock McLean says he has learned from his disciplinary problems to the point where he would love to captain the AFL club.

MELBOURNE midfielder Brock McLean yesterday told of his shock and disbelief at the murder of a long-time family friend.

MELBOURNE'S chances of winning it's fourth game this year, against the Swans on Sunday, have a taken a hit with midfielder Brock McLean ruled out with a knee injury.

TRADE week does not begin for another 11 days but the serious dealing has already begun with Port's Shaun Burgoyne last night telling Hawthorn he wants to join them and Melbourne midfielder Brock McLean set to be traded to Carlton.

And a day after losing midfielder Brock McLean, Melbourne Demons moved swiftly to tie up their best player, Aaron Davey.

MELBOURNE'S Cale Morton says players were surprised by Brock McLean's decision to leave the club during last week's exchange period.