The Hawthorn AFL football club has stood down player Jonathon Patton after allegations of inappropriate behaviour on social media, including sending sexual images to woman.
Several women have come forward to accuse him of sending unsolicited lewd messages.
"Hawthorn Football Club has stood down Jonathon Patton from all club commitments until the completion of its investigation into allegations of Patton's inappropriate behaviour on social media," the club said in a statement last night.
"The club's Integrity Committee met this afternoon and will continue to ascertain all relevant information.
"The club will provide a further update at the completion of the investigation and asks that the privacy of all parties involved be respected at this time."
Patton did not attend training with the club on Monday.
Hawthorn released a statement on Saturday saying the alleged behaviour "does not reflect the values and standards of Hawthorn Football Club".
"As soon as the club became aware of the allegations it addressed the matter with Patton directly and clearly communicated that any behaviour of this nature would not be tolerated," the statement said.
The ABC has attempted to contact Patton for comment.
