Tom Mitchell is desperate for another shot at AFL level, with the decorated midfielder adamant he has plenty left in the tank to help a fourth club.
James Dampney
Giants back Sydney reset and welfare support to reignite former Demon’s career.
Sayantan Guha
Dean Solomon swaps the boardroom for the coaches’ box in a rare club move
Injured premiership Lion Lincoln McCarthy released, but not for long.
Midfield coach David Hale tips Morrison and D’Ambrosio for breakout 2026 after quiet off-season
GWS captain Toby Greene has backed those clubs which dug their heels during the AFL’s recent trade period, seeing several contracted players fail to get their desired move.
Tom Naghten
Former Port Adelaide assistant coach Chad Cornes has predicted that one of the biggest free agents will leave their club at the end of next year.
Sean Dillon
Delisted Brownlow Medallist Tom Mitchell believes he has plenty to offer a new AFL club after his delisting from Collingwood.
Kieran Francis
Chad Cornes is just about part of the furniture at Port Adelaide, so it was a difficult conversation when new coach Joss Carr informed his ex-teammate he was no longer required.
Carlton's surprise delisting of winger Jaxon Binns has come under fire from ex-Blue and football personality Dan Gorringe.
Former Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett believes star utility Josh Weddle is unlikely to leave the Hawks because of his family connection to the club.
The heavily compromised 2020 AFL Draft is under more scrutiny after North Melbourne cut ties with its highly rated third overall pick.
While the Pies were barely involved in this year's trade period, there was one name that kept popping up as a possible target for opposition clubs.
Jacob Gaynor to lead content strategy for the Devils ahead of club’s 2028 debut.
Cats part ways with Ted Clohesy and George Stevens after promising VFL seasons.
Former Eagles captain says support from club “wasn’t what I expected” after injury.
Geelong coach calls midfielder’s debut season an “outrageous success” despite AFL intervention
The departure of Ken Hinkley has led to a ruthless overhaul at Port Adelaide, clearing out nearly every key staff member.
Cameron Ottenhoff
Essendon is planning for potentially its biggest off-season ever, targeting two massive free agents with contracts that would break club records.
AFL experiment Mason Cox has revealed the conversation that ended his time with Collingwood and the next steps on his journey in footy.
State of Origin is coming back for the first time in half a century. Who could line up for WA and the Big V early next year?
Future Gold Coast Suns star Dylan Patterson has revealed why he chose the AFL over NRL, declaring that Australian Rules football is 'much more skilled'.
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge was allegedly targeted in an $100,000 blackmail plot - with the accused failing to appear in court.
The Western Bulldogs' have continued to refine their list this off-season, with a former Magpie being delisted on Tuesday
Jake Beddard
Club president Andy Gowers insists the Hawks were right to walk away from the high-stakes trade.
The Swans coach opened up on the tough calls made to bring Coleman Medallist Charlie Curnow to Sydney.
Seamus Mitchell becomes the seventh departure from the Hawks this off-season.
The outspoken pundit has urged the AFL and Geelong to take a firmer stance on the star midfielder’s online behaviour.
A definitive list of all players out of contract at the end of 2026.
The coaches for Victoria and Western Australia have been named ahead of State of Origin's return to the footy calendar early next year.
Jason Johannisen's time at the Western Bulldogs has come to a close after the Norm Smith medallist was delisted by the club.
Cam Guthrie is being encouraged to continue his career elsewhere after the veteran midfielder was delisted by the Cats.
The Bailey Smith show continues to roll on - even though the AFL season finished three weeks ago.
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has opened up about the AFL trade period which saw the Demons trade stars Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca.
The AFL appears to have grown tired of Bailey Smith's off-field antics, with the league set to take action over the Geelong superstar's social media habits.
Collingwood icon Scott Pendlebury is suing his former financial adviser claiming a misappropriation of more than $2 million.
The former Eagles co-captain is relishing a fresh start with the reigning premiers.
The former Saints captain admitted the exit wasn’t how he pictured things ending.
The American-born premiership winner won’t be lining up for the Magpies in 2026.
A Brownlow medallist is the second premiership Pie to have not been offered a contract for 2026 this weekend
Christian Petracca already appears to be relishing his move to the Gold Coast, gushing about the club's potential and his excitement to play with one Sun in particular.
Jy Simpkin has released an emotional statement after his disastrous trade attempt, acknowledging he has likely cost himself the North Melgbourne captaincy.
Media commentator Kane Cornes believes an AFL heavyweight "has gotten worse" at the end of a rollercoaster trade period.
Port Adelaide great Kane Cornes has taken aim at the Magpies for staying on the sidelines during the AFL trade period.
The Collingwood star’s long-term future remains uncertain as the club weighs up its next move ahead of 2026.
The outspoken pundit says Sydney’s new star must deliver a premiership return within five years.
The former No.1 draft pick has one final chance to revive his AFL career after a turbulent spell at the Bulldogs.
The ultimate Port Adelaide loyalist is now officially gone, accepting a new role at Carlton. But Port fans have nothing to be upset about after all he gave to them.
Vision of a furious Tom Petroro on trade deadline day went viral and now the player manager has been called out over the Zach Merrett saga.
It was widely assumed Charlie Curnow would land at Sydney or Geelong. However, the desperate, last-minute trade 'heist' North Melbourne attempted—and the incredible draft capital they offered—nearly stole the two-time Coleman Medallist.
Tom Papley has given his verdict on Charlie Curnow's arrival in Sydney, while lamenting the departure of two of his favourite teammates.
Saints cut Zak Jones and Arie Schoenmaker amid major list overhaul.
Bombers boss disappointed with Hawks’ last-minute approach as tensions reignite between rivals.
Hardwick’s cheeky post compares Bombers to infamous Alcatraz prison.
Cats list boss Andrew Mackie explains failed trade pursuits.
Power eye late swoop as Lions reject Crows’ trade offer.
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has defended the club's decision withdraw from negotiations to acquire GWS defender Leek Aleer.
The ramifications of the Charlie Curnow trade, and the Zach Merrett non-trade, will have an impact far beyond just Carlton and Essendon
New Swan Charlie Curnow has addressed reporters in Sydney, clarifying his relationship with Michael Voss and revealing his plans to reach out to Buddy Franklin.
Callum Ah Chee, who was expected to be one of the earliest movers in this year's trade period, remains a Brisbane Lion after a wild deadline day.
The trade period is over for another year, with plenty of players and draft picks swapping clubs, but it's clear that Hawthorn is the big loser of the trade period this year.
Essendon great Tim Watson is backing Zach Merrett to get past his failed trade to the Hawks and return to his best.
The Hawks weren't ultimately able to land Zach Merrett, but according to Essendon, the Hawks may have left a few stones unturned
The AFL player movement period is in full swing with free agency moves and trades already being completed.
Carlton might have lost four players in the 2025 AFL trade period, but it has ended up the big winner of it.
All the latest trade and free agency news from The Sporting News.
From Capper to Lockett to Franklin, Sydney has always had a superstar forward. See why Charlie Curnow is the perfect fit to carry the torch for the Swans.
The AFL trade period is over for another year, with many players changing teams, but there were some huge trades that ended up not happening.
Charlie Curnow has got his wish and has left Carlton for Sydney
Carlton great Brendan Fevola hasn’t held back on Charlie Curnow’s decision to walk out on the Blues.
Melbourne have made a surprise move for the Saints skipper as the trade window draws to a close.
Jack Buller heads south as Collingwood swoop for height and pressure up front.
Christian Petracca was once considered untouchable at Melbourne. Discover the clever, multi-year strategy Gold Coast used to turn multiple draft picks into the superstar Norm Smith Medallist.
The Suns have landed a cut-price deal for one of the AFL’s most mercurial young forwards.
Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca have offically departed the Demons
Clayton Oliver is officially no longer a Demon, but Melbourne have moved quickly for a replacement
It was a name that no one had been tracking, but Adelaide have swooped in for a North Melbourne youngster
Zach Merrett's manager has provided an update on his client's future, and he didn't mince his words
A trade has been agreed between Carlton and Sydney, but not the one everyone is waiting for.
AFLPA CEO James Gallagher has said that they will not work with the AFL to bring in restrictions for long-term contracts for players.
Despite finishing 16th in 2025, North Melbourne don't have a first-round pick in this year's national draft. So, how did we get here?
Dave Hughes' struggles from the AFL Legends game have continued, with the popular comedian back in hospital after he was seriously injured playing for Victoria.
Nathan Buckley has spoken about his new appointment as assistant coach at Geelong and his potential future as the head coach of Tasmania.
The club says Buckley’s return to coaching is a positive step for the game, and perhaps his own future.
The Geelong star opens up on the heartbreak and exhaustion of missing the premiership decider.
The young Sun’s manager has lifted the lid on a turbulent week of speculation.
The Hawks have drawn a firm line in the sand as time runs out on trade talks.
The complicated future of Clayton Oliver is set to be decided in the final hours of the trade period, with the Giants hoping to secure his services for a bargain.
The Kangaroos have made up their mind as the trade deadline looms.
Leek Aleer was bound for St Kilda, until he wasn't. While the Saints pulling their offer for the 24-year-old might save them $3 million right now, it could come back to cost them down the road
Melbourne coach Steven King wants speed, and he could be set to get his man from Hawthorn
He has had a checkered career to say the least, but a reunion with a former coach could be the making of this talented Port Adelaide midfielder
The controversial former Kangaroos star could be back in the big time next season.
Young small forward Corey Durdin can barely contain his excitement after his trade from Carlton back to his home state with Port Adelaide.
The Swans have made their first offer for Charlie Curnow
Former Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley is dipping his toes back into coaching, joining Geelong as an assistant to Chris Scott.
Essendon legend James Hird has explained exactly what the Bombers will lose if captain Zach Merrett is traded from the club.
As Charlie Curnow prepares to depart the Carlton footy club, a long-time Blues footy boss has revealed some of the factors behind the key forward's desire to leave.
Port Adelaide's list manager Jason Cripps has outlined what the Power will be looking at in the future as they look beyond this year's 'compromised' draft.
Former Essendon captain Tim Watson believes a deal which would see current skipper Zach Merrett depart the club will not come to fruition.
Brisbane has signed one of the most important contracts during the trade period, re-signing star midfielder Will Ashcroft for four more years.
Two Sydney guns are suddenly open to a Carlton move to aid the Curnow deal. Are these two the key to unlocking a Curnow trade?
AFL trade deadline: When does the 2025 trade period end?
Fremantle has traded Will Brodie to Port Adelaide for pick 103 in what is one of the weirdest trades of all time.
As we wind down to the end of the AFL Trade Period 2025, supporters might be wondering when it is all over.
Two-time premiership Lion Brandon Starcevich has waved off any concerns about his concussion worries after being traded to the West Coast Eagles.
Western Bulldogs and GWS Giants have had a pick swap, including first-round picks, with one of the picks received by the Bulldogs set to be used for a trade with Gold Coast.
In what remains arguably the biggest potential deal of the AFL trade period, Carlton are bracing for an offer from Sydney for star forward Charlie Curnow.
Collingwood star Nick Daicos has declared that North Melbourne skipper Jy Simpkin would help the Magpies if they were able to trade for him successfully.
Hawthorn star Tom Barrass has backed Essendon skipper Zach Merrett to explore a trade if the Bombers skipper wants to do so.
Three key Swans could be the key to unlocking a Charlie Curnow trade, but Collingwood may look to swoop in and steal from their arch rivals, Carlton
Florent urged to explore options as Swans chase Blues superstar.
Daicos insists he’s staying as Collingwood consider new midfield move
Young gun Toby McMullin locks in future with GWS through to 2028
Melbourne has added more experience to their coaching panel, with two of the three additions having a Geelong connection.
Brisbane's list manager, Dom Ambrogio, has declared that signing two-time premiership star Zac Bailey on a new contract is the club's 'absolute priority'.
Essendon captain’s move still alive as agent works to bridge the gap
North Melbourne weigh up move for unsettled Giants defender.
Campbell Chesser joins Blues in pick 41 trade after four seasons with the Eagles.
Veteran journalist calls AFL’s inaction “disgusting” after Geelong star’s behaviour.
Pundit says Saints should have walked away from De Koning instead.
Carlton, Port Adelaide and Gold Coast have made a surprising three-way trade involving two players and three draft picks.
St Kilda has been criticised by GWS for their withdrawal from the Leek Aleer trade.
Melbourne might be having a chaotic trade period, but they've signed their second player through a trade with Collingwood
Collingwood have turned their attention to an AFL club captain after missing out on Clayton Oliver.
Rowan Marshall will be playing for St Kilda next season after talks about a trade with Geelong, according to a report.
Reports suggest Geelong has tabled an unprecedented trade for Carlton's Charlie Curnow involving three first-round picks.
Geelong chief executive Steve Hocking has admitted the club will review Bailey Smith’s online behaviour after a string of controversial social media posts.
Commentators have reignited the debate around the AFL’s opaque free agency system after Essendon received a far lower compensation pick than West Coast for similar departures.
Steve Hocking has moved to shut down claims of favouritism or secrecy after Geelong were fined for administrative breaches involving third-party payments.
Leek Aleer's manager has spoken out about St Kilda pulling their interest in his client, saying Aleer is 'livid' with the situation he finds himself in.
A cheeky Instagram post has reignited the rumour mill linking Carlton’s Charlie Curnow with a move to Geelong.
The Saints’ busy trade window takes a surprising turn as they cool their pursuit of the athletic defender.
The West Coast Eagles have traded small forward Liam Ryan to St Kilda in a trade that involves a historic first.
Melbourne list boss Tim Lamb has explained that the Demons aren't pushing anyone out of the club as stars Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca are set to be traded.
St Kilda has thrown down the challenge to Rowan Marshall's suitor Geelong indicating they would only consider a 'world's best ever trade deal'.
All AFL clubs will be able to trade future first-round picks in the coming years - regardless of their previous decisions with draft capital.
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's potential Suns contract is expected to be a lot different to his deal at the Bulldogs.
Charlie Curnow's decision to not yet nominate a preference club for a trade is creating reluctance among his suitors.
Coach Craig McRae admits the Magpies’ internal voting may need a rethink after a shock Copeland Trophy result.
Montagna insists the onus is on Swans to deliver as trade talks stall.
Josh Kelly undergoes major hip surgery after years of pain.
Dwayne Russell questions AFL’s leniency following Cats’ $77,500 fine.
Pundit urges Magpies to be “ruthless” and cash in before star’s decline.
Geelong have been fined $77,500 for administrative breaches surrounding third-party payments between 2019-24 - however a large portion of the fine has been suspended.
The mega trade involved Fremantle, West Coast and Brisbane trading 10 draft picks and one player.
Essendon are currently a 'rabble' and at a lower ebb than when the club was engulfed by the supplements scandal, according to ex-Bombers star David Zaharakis.
Crows shut down interest from Victorian clubs as defender firms for 2026 free agency.
Essendon great backs Saints recruit to transform club’s ladder fortunes.
List boss Chris Keane shuts down speculation around Rowbottom and Hayward.
Clubs divided over timing of draft pick as talks heat up.
Magpies list boss confirms Sydney meeting with Melbourne star amid midfield rebuild.
Trade season is getting really silly
Every club best and fairest winner and top 10 leaderboard from the 2025 AFL season.
The first AFL trade of the 2025 off-season has finally happened on the second day of the trade period
The Bombers captain has been accused of leaking stories to the press as he seeks a departure away from the club.
While many teams are gearing up to trade players or trade for players, there is one team that is seemingly caught in the middle.
Melbourne is set for a massive trade season with at least four players expected to be traded away from the Demons, but how did they end up here?
After Sydney spoke of their desire to bring in Carlton star Charlie Curnow, the player himself has given an indication he is considering a move.
There are a number of draft picks that will be on the move this AFL trade period, including a few inside the first-round, it seems
The VFL will remain a 21-team competition next year, after the Preston Bullants were ousted from the league
Gold Coast and the Western Bulldogs have opened up about what a potential trade for Bulldog Jamarra Ugle-Hagan could be like.
The Gold Coast Suns could be set to lose a number of players this trade period, with the first domino falling as a free agent heads to Essendon
Carlton coach Michael Voss, who expressed huge relief at keeping his job, had some hard truths for the former AFL giant.
Carlton has made their intentions clear about any potential trade request from Charlie Curnow.
Nick Daicos' father Peter stormed out of Collingwood's E.W Copeland Awards night following a speech from coach Craig McRae.
Collingwood is interested in making a move for Melbourne midfielder Clayton Oliver - who has been told he is free to leave the Demons.
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has spoken positively about a potential move to the Gold Coast Suns while candidly revealing his mental health battle over the last 12 months.
The AFL Trade Period 2025 is finally here with several players set to find new clubs over the next nine days.
Oscar McInerney has retired after 165 games, signing off on a premiership
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters was told he couldn't leave the club after asking about the possibility of a trade home to Victoria before the end of the season.
The Hawks have conducted a thrilling best and fairest count, naming a surprise winner of the annual Peter Crimmins medal.
Adelaide veteran Taylor Walker, the club's all-time leading goalkicker, has made a decision on his future with the Crows.
The Port Adelaide great has labelled the deal a disaster and questioned those who approved it.
North Melbourne have won 20 AFLW games in a row, but it wasn't the only bit of history being made on Saturday
Brownlow Medallist Adam Cooney warns the All-Australian star to rein it in before it’s too late.
The 22-year-old defender appears set for a new home after four seasons with the Hawks.
The promising defender opens up on his connection with the Blues and what it would mean to wear navy blue.
The Magpies have lost a flag-winning hero to a rival club via free agency
Gold Coast star Sam Flanders has nominated his club of choice for the 2026 season.
It's been a part of the Geelong modus operandi for a number of years to be arguably the most shrewd operators at the trade table but St Kilda could dig in on Rowan Marshall trade.
The potential ripple effects of Christian Petracca's choice have hit the Gold Coast Suns, with two Suns guns reportedly exploring their future.
The AFL has handed down its decision on the Jack Silvagni compensation pick, awarding Carlton a highly valuable selection.
A busy Friday has seen four players' free agency paperwork lodged.
Jack Silvagni and Tom De Koning are expected to be St Kilda players after the paperwork for their free agency moves was lodged.
A full list of the players who'll retire at the end of the 2025 season.
Christian Petracca has sensationally nominated his preferred club for next season, but can a deal get done between both parties?
Upon claiming a sixth Crichton Medal as Essendon's best and fairest for 2025, Zach Merrett has opened up on the reports regarding his wish to leave the club.
The Lions announced that at least six players are expected to leave the club over the off-season, with three trade requests, two delistings and one retirement.
Christian Petracca may be the closest thing to Dustin Martin we've seen. But with the Demon eyeing an exit, now Melbourne want the next Dusty.
Clayton Oliver was only told to explore his options on Thursday morning, but by the afternoon, one premiership contender may already be preparing an offer for the Melbourne star
Clayton Oliver has made his first response since meeting with Melbourne coach Steven King
Legendary Demon Clayton Oliver's days at Melbourne may be numbered, with the club open to shipping the star midfielder
Two-time Brisbane premiership hero Callum Ah Chee has requested a trade away from the club, with a weird stat living on because of it.
The AFL will be considering adding ducking as a free kick for holding the ball, as well as helping to improve ruck contests throughout the ground.
Melbourne is expected to have a second star midfielder up for trade, with Clayton Oliver expected to be told to explore a trade away from the club.
Mad Monday at Geelong appears to be no more.
Charlie Curnow is desperate to get out of Carlton and potentially even to the Gold Coast, but the Suns don't necessarily feel the same way
