Carlton coach Brett Ratten will bring back forward Setanta OhAilpin for their clash against Essendon on Saturday.

The Blues are missing full-back Michael Jamison, Shaun Hampson, Jarrad Waite and Simon White this week.

OhAilpin's return could be at either senior or reserve level.

He has been out of action for a month with a hand injury, but Ratten believes he plays well when he's fresh.