Forgotten AFL recruit Chris Mayne could be in line for a surprise Collingwood recall as coach Nathan Buckley searches for answers to his side's ongoing forward-50 issues.

Mayne has played just three games since the Magpies signed him on a four-year, multi-million dollar contract at the end of 2016.

Chris Mayne could return to the Collingwood line-up against GWS. Credit:Cameron Grimes

The ex-Fremantle forward has been a maligned figure during his Collingwood tenure with past and present club officials still at odds over who ticked off on his lucrative deal.

But with Mason Cox having accepted a one-game suspension for striking, Mayne is in the mix for a senior recall against Greater Western Sydney on Saturday at the MCG.