The Western Bulldogs have today elevated rookie Jack Redpath to the senior list ahead of Sunday’s clash against Melbourne at Etihad Stadium.

Redpath has struck a rich vein of VFL form recently, kicking 17 goals from his past five appearances and proving a handful for opposition defenders.

VIDEO: Watch highlights of Jack Redpath's four goal performance against Collingwood in last Sunday's VFL win.

The powerful 23-year-old replaces Tory Dickson, who was placed on the long term injury list with a pectoral injury, and is at least a month away from competitive football.

Defender Mark Austin becomes the club’s nominated rookie, and will therefore be eligible for senior selection for the remainder of the year.