Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks expressed disappointment over a report suggesting that Taylor Walker's racism incident could impact the club's pursuit of Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera. The Crows are preparing for a crucial game against Hawthorn, but attention has been diverted to a story by journalist Caroline Wilson. The report claimed that Wanganeen-Milera may avoid joining Adelaide due to Walker's past actions.

Wanganeen-Milera, a talented player, is currently a free agent, attracting interest from both Adelaide and Port Adelaide. Walker, who faced consequences for his racist comment in 2021, has reportedly been in touch with Wanganeen-Milera to clarify that the incident will not influence his decision on his future club.

Coach Nicks refrained from commenting on the specific situation but emphasized the importance of supporting individuals affected by such reports. He acknowledged the challenges of dealing with off-field pressures and expressed his disapproval of the lack of accountability in some media coverage.

Despite the distractions, Nicks preferred to focus on the upcoming game against Hawthorn, highlighting the team's readiness for the tough competition. He avoided discussing Adelaide's potential pursuit of Wanganeen-Milera, emphasizing the need to concentrate on the present match.

Adelaide will be missing James Peatling due to suspension as they gear up for the important clash with Hawthorn.