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WEST Coast coach Adam Simpson has given Scott Selwood his blessing to return home to Geelong but he does so with a "heavy heart".
Selwood confirmed on Friday that he wishes to join brother Joel at the Cats as a restricted free agent.
The Eagles' 2012 best and fairest winner and current vice-captain was present at the Eagles' club champion awards at Crown Perth on Friday night.
Simpson said the club was sad to lose Selwood but thanked him for his contribution over eight seasons.
"The heart wants what the heart wants and you've got to appreciate how tough it's been for him and his family," Simpson told the 1000-strong crowd.
"But if your heart wants to go home we need to appreciate that.
"We really appreciate all the service you've given our club over the years, you're a best and fairest winner and you go with our blessing but it's with a heavy heart."
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Selwood was recruited with pick No.22 in the 2007 NAB AFL draft and played 135 matches with West Coast.
He won the best and fairest in 2012 and was named as one of two vice-captains alongside Josh Kennedy at the start of the 2014 season.
But ankle problems have curtailed his last two years and he requires surgery on his right ankle for the third time this off-season.
Teammate Mitch Brown also paid tribute to Selwood during the night.
"You cannot question his commitment to this footy club over his eight years at the club," Brown said.
"He's been an integral part of our team, not only as a player but as a bloke."
