The Real Season – Clubs continue to search for the Premiership formula through the Draft, Trade Period & Free Agency, follow all the moves & stories right here:
Oct 6 – Sydney
Sydney Statement on Joe Daniher:
The Sydney Swans can confirm Essendon forward Joe Daniher has advised that he would like to be traded to the Swans.
Daniher is contracted to the Essendon Football Club for the 2020 season.
The Club respects that Joe is a contracted player and will approach Essendon in coming days in relation to whether a potential trade could be facilitated.
Oct 6 – Sydney/St Kilda
Zac Jones has requested a trade to the Saints via @sam_mcclure
Oct 5 – Carlton
Charlie Curnow (Knee) set to miss the start of pre-season, requires surgery
Oct 5 – Adelaide
The Crows will receive a 3rd Rd pick (Currently Pick 47) for Cam Ellis-Yolmen.
Cam Ellis-Yolmen Joins Brisbane
Oct 5 – Brisbane
Cam Ellis-Yolmen has joined the Lions as an unrestricted Free Agent.
Cam Ellis-Yolmen Joins Brisbane
Oct 5 – Richmond
The Tigers will receive a 2nd Rd pick (Currently Pick 39) for Brandon Ellis
Brandon Ellis Joins Gold Coast
Oct 5 – Richmond/Gold Coast
The Tigers have not matched the Free Agency offer for Brandon Ellis, he is now available to join Gold Coast
Brandon Ellis Joins Gold Coast
Oct 5 – Essendon
Joe Daniher has requested a trade to Sydney
Essendon Statement: GM List & Recruiting Adrian Dodoro
“The Club acknowledges the reason behind this request from Joe, however he is a contracted player to the Essendon Football Club.”
“He is a very highly regarded player at our Club, and we have advised Joe that ultimately we want him playing for the Bombers in 2020.”
“We will remain in contact with Joe’s management over the course of the upcoming AFL Trade Period.”
POLL
Where do you think Joe Daniher will be playing in 2020?#AFL #AFLTrade
— aflratings.com.au (@aflratings) October 5, 2019
Oct 5 – 2019 Best & Fairest Awards
2019 Best & Fairest: All Teams
Oct 4 – Collingwood
Jamie Elliott has a second meeting with the Magpies in 2 days, this time List Manager Ned Guy was present in the meeting via @Stevo7AFL
Oct 4 – Gold Coast
The Suns have signed Free Agent Brandon Ellis
Oct 4 – Sydney
James Rose & Durak Tucker have been delisted
Oct 4 – Brisbane
The Lions have emerged as a contender to sign Free Agent Jamie Elliott.
Brisbane showing interest in Jamie Elliott – @cleary_mitch via @traderadio
POLL
Where do you think Jamie Elliott will be playing in 2020?#AFL #AFLTrade
— aflratings.com.au (@aflratings) October 4, 2019
Oct 4 – GWS Giants
Adam Tomlinson will explore his Free Agency options, likely to sign with the Demons
Oct 4 – Melbourne
The Demons have offered Collingwood Free Agent Jamie Elliot a 3yr contract offer, the Magpies have only offered a 2yr deal to Elliot who is currently 27 – Demons GM of Football Josh Mahoney via @traderadio
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Oct 4 – Melbourne
The Demons are currently targeting Adam Tomlinson & Ed Langdon – Demons GM of Football Josh Mahoney via @traderadio
Oct 4 – Geelong/West Coast
Pre-negotiations are continuing between the Cats & Eagles for Tim Kelly, Cats List Manager Stephen Wells provided the latest update on @traderadio this morning.
“Some people at our club think that we shouldn’t even be considering trading Tim (Kelly) at all, let alone trading him specifically to West Coast”
“There will be a negotiation with the West Coast Eagles & we’re open to talking to Freo.. it’ll be a lot (in trade value)”
“I think if this deal is done, it will be with draft picks (with no players involved)”
Oct 3 – Geelong
2019 Best & Fairest: Geelong
Oct 3 – Adelaide
2019 Best & Fairest: Adelaide
Bet Lab: The 2019 Season That Was
Oct 3 – Adelaide/Carlton
Multiple reports Eddie Betts will re-join the Blues via a trade
Oct 3 – Collingwood
Sam Murray has been delisted by the Magpies, 4 clubs showing an interest @cleary_mitch via @traderadio
Oct 3 – Gold Coast
Mitch Riordan has signed a 1yr contract extension with the Suns
Oct 3 – Gold Coast
Nick Holman has signed a 2yr contract extension with the Suns
Oct 3 – Brisbane
Tom Cutler appears likely to depart the Lions.
“It looks like he’s heading back to Victoria (Linked to Essendon & Carlton)”
@cleary_mitch on Tom Cutler via @traderadio
Oct 3 – Adelaide
Matt Crouch won’t be traded according to Crows List Manager Justin Reid.
“Matt (Crouch) won’t be going anywhere” Crows GM List Management & Strategy Justin Reid via @traderadio
Oct 3 – Adelaide
Contract discussions with Brad Crouch won’t begin until the Crows appoint a new coach.
“He’s a contracted player, he’s required… lets get the senior coach settled (then open contract discussions)” Crows GM List Management & Strategy Justin Reid on Brad Crouch via @traderadio
Oct 3 – Richmond
Marlion Pickett has signed a 1yr contract extension with the Tigers.
Oct 3 – Richmond
Shane Edwards has signed a 2yr contract extension with the Tigers.
Oct 3 – Geelong
Harry Taylor has signed a 1yr contract extension with the Cats, he is contracted until the end of 2020
Oct 3 – GWS Giants/Hawthorn
Jon Patton will seek a trade during the upcoming trade period, he is likely to be traded to the Hawks
Oct 3 – Geelong
Gary Ablett will extend his career into 2020
⭐Gary Ablett via https://t.co/xhIjIHZGRe#AFL #AFLTrade pic.twitter.com/drC4D33Oj9
— aflratings.com.au (@aflratings) October 3, 2019
Oct 3 – Richmond
Based on recent history, the Tigers stand to receive an end of 1st Rd pick for Free Agent Brandon Ellis.
“All of that (5yrs x $600K contract) has to add up for an end of 1st Rd Pick” @cleary_mitch on Free Agency compensation for Brandon Ellis via @traderadio
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Oct 3 – Collingwood
Jamie Elliott is deciding on a 2 year contract offer from the Magpies.
“He’s looking for a 3yr deal.. greater security” @cleary_mitch on Jamie Elliott via @traderadio
Oct 3 – AFL Draft
2020 will be a “compromised” draft due to Next Gen Academy (NGA) players already tied to clubs – @CalTwomey via @traderadio
Oct 3 – Richmond
Shane Edwards has agreed to a 2yr contract extension with the Tigers – Neil Balme via @traderadio
Oct 2 – Western Bulldogs
2019 Best & Fairest: Western Bulldogs
Oct 2 – Carlton
Andrew Phillips seeking a 2yr deal, has met with Essendon via @cleary_mitch
Oct 2 – Sydney
Swans set to meet with Riley Knight, also some interest in Lewis Taylor via @cleary_mitch
Oct 2 – Fremantle
Dockers are interested in Connor Menadue via @cleary_mitch
Oct 2 – Geelong
Harry Taylor is likely to continue with the Cats in 2020 via @petryan
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Oct 2 – Geelong
Shaun Grigg has joined the Cats as a development coach
Oct 2 – Geelong
Tim Kelly has requested a trade to West Coast
Geelong Statement on Tim Kelly:
Tim Kelly has asked that the club trade him to Western Australia, with his preference being to play with the West Coast Eagles.
Tim is out of contract but is not a free agent.
The club will explore all options in regard to Tim’s request.
POLL
Do you think Geelong will successfully complete a trade with West Coast for Tim Kelly?#AFL #AFLTrade
— aflratings.com.au (@aflratings) October 2, 2019
Oct 2 – Richmond/Gold Coast
Brandon Ellis has informed the Tigers he will be explore his Free Agency options, he will likely to join Gold Coast
Oct 2 – St Kilda/Western Bulldogs
Josh Bruce is likely on his way to the Bulldogs, negotiations are continuing between both clubs.
Josh Bruce wants to play for the Bulldogs, negotiations are continuing with the Saints – CEO Ameet Bains via @1116sen
Oct 2 – Adelaide
Brad Crouch is seeking a long term contract, at this stage he is likely using the Gold Coast as leverage in negotiations.
Gold Coast believe they are a “10% chance” to acquire Brad Crouch, Matt Crouch won’t be traded – @SammyHeraldSun via @1116sen
2 Oct – Sydney
After some confusion this week regarding the Tom Papley contract there has been a further update.
Confirmation from @SammyHeraldSun via @1116sen that Tom Papley has triggered an extra 2yr contract extension (2022-23), there was no player option to accept the extension & was automatically triggered
1 Oct – Richmond
2019 Best & Fairest: Richmond
1 Oct – Essendon
2019 Best & Fairest: Essendon
1 Oct – Western Bulldogs
Dale Morris has been appointed as a development coach at the Bulldogs
2020 Coaching team
Luke Beveridge – Senior Coach
Steven King – Senior Assistant Coach (Opposition, Training and Strategy)
Rohan Smith – Assistant Coach (Defensive Systems and Backs)
Jordan Russell – Assistant Coach (Midfield)
Joel Corey – Assistant Coach (Stoppages and Set Plays)
Ash Hansen – Assistant Coach (Offensive Systems and Forwards)
Daniel Giansiracusa – VFL Head Coach
Jamie Maddocks – Development Manager
Dale Morris – Development Coach
1 Oct – Adelaide/Gold Coast
Hugh Greenwood set to depart the Crows for Gold Coast on improved contract terms.
Hugh Greenwood is looking for contract security – Michael Oaks (Elevation Sports Agency) confirming a likely move to the Suns via @traderadio
1 Oct – Sydney
Zak Jones likely to depart the Swans
“He has told the Swans he wants out” @cleary_mitch on Zak Jones via @traderadio
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1 Oct – Fremantle
Ed Langdon will likely make a move back to Victoria
“There has been some indications he wants to go back to Victoria” GM of Football, Peter Bell on Ed Langdon via @traderadio
1 Oct – Fremantle
The Dockers are still in the mix for Tim Kelly, GM of Football Peter Bell has acknowledged that West Coast will likely be the preferred option in a trade scenario.
“We’ll do everything to impress upon Tim (Kelly).. clearly we like Tim” GM of Football, Peter Bell stating the Dockers are a viable option via @traderadio
1 Oct – Fremantle
“The onus is really on St Kilda.. clearly we value him a lot” GM of Football, Peter Bell wanting a satisfactory deal for Brad Hill via @traderadio
1 Oct – Port Adelaide/Adelaide
Billy Frampton will play for the Crows in 2020 via @kanecornes on @traderadio
1 Oct – Geelong
Tim Kelly yet to make a decision on his future.
“We should have a decision out of Tim (Kelly).. sometime in the next week or so” Anthony Van Der Wielen (Empire Sports Management) via @1116sen
POLL
Where do you think Tim Kelly will be playing in 2020?#AFL #AFLTrade
— aflratings.com.au (@aflratings) September 30, 2019
1 Oct – St Kilda/Geelong
Jack Steven will likely be at Geelong in 2020.
“There’s a good chance Jack (Steven) will be at Geelong (in 2020).. If it turns out we can do a satisfactory deal.. I think the Saints have made it public that they’re happy to try & help Jack” Cats List Manager, Stephen Wells via @1116sen
1 Oct – GWS Giants/Hawthorn
Jon Patton has requested a trade to the Hawks
I’ve been in full training (non-contact) for “3-4 months” now, will be available day 1 of pre-season – Jon Patton via @traderadio
30 Sep – Melbourne
Max Gawn & Clayton Oliver tie for 1st in the Demons B&F
2019 Best & Fairest: Melbourne
30 Sep – Sydney/Collingwood
Darcy Cameron has requested a trade to the Magpies via @mickgleeson
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30 Sep – Melbourne
Nathan Jones has stepped down as captain
“I’ve had a lot of time to reflect since the season ended and always my number one priority has been my teammates and the club. This decision was no different” Nathan Jones via MFC Media
30 Sep – Hawthorn
Grant Birchall currently not guaranteed a list spot in 2020, Lions may be interested via
@cleary_mitch
30 Sep – Port Adelaide
Billy Frampton has asked for a trade, Adelaide & Fremantle may be potential trade destinations via @kanecornes
30 Sep – Geelong
Scott Selwood has been delisted by the Cats
“Scott has been a much-loved member of the club over his four years here. The way in which he has conducted himself on and off the field, has earned him great respect from his teammates and coaches.” GM of Football Simon Lloyd via GFC Media
The Magpies linked to Scott Selwood in an assistant coach/VFL type role via
@cleary_mitch
30 Sep – Brisbane
Cam Ellis-Yolemen will join the Lions on a 3yr contract
2019 AFL Draft Order – 1st Rd
- Gold Coast (Priority pick)
- Gold Coast
- Melbourne
- Adelaide
- Sydney
- St Kilda
- Fremantle
- Nth Melbourne
- Carlton
- Port Adelaide
- Hawthorn
- GWS Giants
- Western Bulldogs
- West Coast
- Gold Coast
- Brisbane
- Geelong
- GWS Giants
- Richmond
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30 Sep – Gold Coast
Hugh Greenwood set to join the Suns via @cleary_mitch
30 Sep – Gold Coast
The AFL today announced the assistance package for the Suns:
Pick No.1 in the 2019 NAB AFL Draft.
First pick of the 2nd Rd (currently pick 20) in the 2019 NAB AFL Draft.
Mid 1st Rd pick (currently pick 11) in the 2020 NAB AFL Draft.
First pick of the 2nd Rd (currently pick 19) in the 2021 NAB AFL Draft.
Darwin to be included for Academy access zone.
Select GC Academy players without bidding.
Rookie list up to 10 players.
“There is no doubt the Gold Coast Suns have had enormous challenges throughout their short history and it is to the benefit of the entire competition that the Suns are competitive” AFL’s general counsel Andrew Dillon.
“Twelve months ago, we presented to the AFL Commission and detailed our strategy on the long term reset of our playing list, football department and programs. In particular we detailed our strategies to secure high-end draft talent over multiple seasons and to complement this by attracting mid-career players of quality” Suns CEO, Mark Evans.
POLL
Do you agree that Gold Coast should have received Pick 1 & 2 in the 2019 AFL Draft?#AFL #AFLDraft
— aflratings.com.au (@aflratings) September 30, 2019
30 Sep – Carlton/Sydney
Tom Papley has nominated Carlton as his preferred club in a trade scenario, if no trade can be established he will play at the Swans in 2020
30 Sep – Gold Coast/Richmond
Brandon Ellis expected to sign a 5 year contract with the Suns via @barrettdamian
30 Sep – Essendon
The 2019 Essendon B&F is on Tuesday night 1st Oct, unlikely to be any announcement on Joe Daniher prior to this event
30 Sep – Fremantle
Justin Longmuir has been named Senior coach
“We are delighted, after what was a thorough, considered and comprehensive selection process, to have secured a person of Justin’s calibre and capability as senior coach of the Fremantle Dockers” Fremantle President Dale Alcock
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