Lachie Neale is firming as Brisbane's sub for the AFL grand final, with speculation rife ahead of the MCG clash against Geelong.

But the Lions are yet to confirm whether Neale or Bruce Reville will have the role. The final lineups will be named an hour before the 2.30pm first bounce.

Neale is determined to prove he made the right call in declaring himself fit.

The dual Brownlow Medal winner will make a remarkable return for his fourth grand final, just 22 days after hurting his calf in the qualifying-final loss to the Cats.

Initial scans had him sidelined for six weeks, with Neale himself initially believing his season was over.

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"I look like a bit of a goose," Neale said.

"I put an Instagram post up saying my s

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