AdvertisementSportAFLAFL 2026 Steven May to launch legal action against the Demons and senior figures Sam McClure August 5, 2026 — 4:30pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Share A A AMelbourne’s privacy crisis has deepened dramatically, with premiership defender Steven May to launch legal action against the club over the same alleged privacy breaches that prompted his partner, Sachi Dade, to sue the Demons. The latest legal action comes after Dade previously launched proceedings against Melbourne, alleging her privacy was breached following a meeting involving partners of Melbourne players earlier this year. AdvertisementIn its apology to Dade, Melbourne said: “In February 2026, the Melbourne Football Club leadership team divulged personal and sensitive information about Ms Dade. May has now joined the legal battle, with legal notices also being served on several of the club’s most senior figures.