Western Sydney Wanderers will stand-by Kearyn Baccus despite the midfielder being charged with common assault and allegedly punching a man during a dispute near Sydney Airport.
The 25-year-old midfielder will travel with the Wanderers squad to face Brisbane Roar on Saturday and will remain eligible for the club's future games with the court case pending.
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The club were made aware of the charges of common assault laid against Baccus on Wednesday afternoon. It's understood they conducted their own investigation into the matter, speaking to witnesses and will continue to support Baccus.
"The Western Sydney Wanderers advise that they are aware of a police matter involving Kearyn Baccus. The Club has spoken to the player with regards to the incident and as the matter has been referred to the court system the Club will not be making any further comment," a statement read. "The player will be available for selection for this weekend's match."
It's understood the charges relate to an altercation that took place on January 5 in Arncliffe.
It's alleged a heated argument about a parking spot in the early afternoon quickly turned into a physical confrontation.
The matter was referred to St George Police, who decided to charge at least one player following an investigation. Two other Western Sydney Wanderers players were interviewed by police.
On Wednesday night, a NSW Police spokeswoman confirmed a charge was laid over the incident.
"About 1pm on Thursday, January 5, a verbal altercation occurred between a 25-year-old man and a 49-year-old man on Duncan Street, Arncliffe, resulting in the younger man punching the older man in the chest," the spokeswoman said.
"The 25-year-old man attended St George Police Station about 2pm today and was charged with common assault."
He was granted conditional bail and will appear at Sutherland Local Court on February 28. Football Federation Australia is aware of the charges.