Forward Jake Stringer has been declared fit for selection after overcoming a hamstring injury.

Despite being deemed “medically available” by senior coach Brad Scott last week, the 28-year-old was held over for an extra week to further build fitness.

Now having checked every required box, GM of High Performance Daniel McPherson says Stringer will suit up for his first game of the season, with a return via the VFL or AFL yet to be decided.

“Jake’s progressed through all his training, he’s ticked off all he needs to do,” McPherson said.

“From a high-performance perspective, he’s good to go and will be available for selection this weekend.”

Jake Stringer at Wednesday's main training session. (Photo: Essendon FC)

After making his first official return to an AFL field in 588 days, forward Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti will be on a modified training program after suffering quad soreness.

McPherson says McDonald-Tipungwuti will have his progress closely monitored throughout the week and will not be risked if he doesn’t adequately recover in time for Sunday.

“He pulled up sore from his first game back in a long time,” McPherson said.

“We’ll monitor his progress over the next couple of days and we’ll have more info later in the week to make a call.”

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Key forward Sam Weideman will be monitored after suffering an innocuous injury against Hawthorn on Sunday.

The 25-year-old suffered an impact injury on his toe and will look to prove his fitness before round two.

“He kicked the ground and pulled up with a bit of a sore toe, but we’re hopeful he’ll be right for Sunday,” McPherson said.

“He’ll be on a modified program during the week and hopefully by Friday, he’ll be back up and running.”

Key forward Peter Wright has undergone successful surgery on his right shoulder.

The reigning Crichton medallist had the procedure to repair damage from a shoulder dislocation and will have his arm immobilised before commencing a rehabilitation program.

“Pete had shoulder surgery on Monday and all went well,” McPherson said.

“He’ll be in a sling for the next two weeks, and then we’ll be able to commence his rehab program after that.”