Conor McKenna eyeing Oz return in new blow for Tyrone 

The Red Hand star played with Essendon before returning home to claim the Sam Maguire.

HOME AND AWAY: Tyrone's Conor McKenna celebrates scoring for the Red Hand.

Conor McKenna has reportedly told Tyrone management over the weekend that he is leaving Ireland over the winter to head back Down Under to play AFL in 2023.

McKenna, who helped his native county to All Ireland glory last season, played with Essendon 79 times over five seasons and was very popular with the Bombers fans.