Sydney's premiership aspirations are about to be given a massive shot in the arm as key position pair Sam Reid and Lewis Melican close in on long-awaited returns to football.

And across town, the Giants will welcome back one leader for this weekend's match against Gold Coast but another – vice-captain Stephen Coniglio – could be on the way out.

Reid and Melican have not played since breaking down during the same play in the victory over Greater Western Sydney in round three, but the club expects them to be available after the bye in round 14.

Here comes the cavalry: Sam Reid is on his way back for the Swans. Credit:AAP

Both would likely need to play in the NEAFL to regain match fitness but, barring setbacks, there should still be enough time for them build form leading into the finals.