Melbourne Storm have attempted to pour cold water on reports they will scrap the Welcome to Country ceremonies, after confirming they are in discussions with Indigenous groups over changes to the way Indigenous culture is acknowledged at home games.

The Melbourne Storm has made a surprise call on Welcome to Country ceremonies as discussion over the ritual continues to run rampant.

NRL powerhouse Melbourne Storm has decided to scale back the club's 'Welcome to Country' ceremonies as debate continues to swirl about the controversial tradition.