Angus Brayshaw

Angus Brayshaw has turned his back on free agency and a potential reunion with his brother Andy at Fremantle to sign a long-term contract to stay at ...

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'Feels significant': Dees go 'all-in' as star shuns rivals to pen SIX-year mega-deal.

“The versatility he has displayed across his career makes him an enormous asset to our club. “This deal means another key pillar of our playing group will play out his career with us which is an important part of our strategy going forward. “Angus is a leader of our club and to have him commit long term is a brilliant result. There were parts of it I felt didn’t provide much comfort if you were Melbourne,” he said on SEN’s Whateley. “This signing is another great endorsement for the culture we have created and we know Angus will continue to drive standards within the group. His talent is obvious to all and his willingness to put the team first and play whatever role we need him to is a testament to his character,” Dees list manager Tim Lamb.

Angus Brayshaw has turned his back on a significant amount of money from rival clubs to sign a six-year deal with the Demons.

“Angus is a leader of our club and to have him commit long term is a brilliant result. “The versatility he has displayed across his career makes him an enormous asset to our club. “I’ve been here from the beginning of my career when we had some really hard times not winning very many games, to this point where you can look very easily forward and see it all unfold how we’re building a culture of sustained success. “It was a really calculated look at everything, so sitting back and assessing all the options, Melbourne has everything that I really needed to tick this one off. The deal ties Brayshaw, who spoke with Fremantle and Essendon in his free agency year, to Melbourne until the end of 2028. He has averaged 25 disposals and eight marks this year.

Melbourne defender Angus Brayshaw has turned his back on free agency and an army of suitors to effectively commit the rest of his AFL career to the Demons.

“The versatility he has displayed across his career makes him an enormous asset to our club. “We look forward to watching Liam continue to grow as a footballer, leader and person across the next two years and beyond.” “His talent is obvious to all and his willingness to put the team first and play whatever role we need him to is a testament to his character,” Lamb said.

Angus Brayshaw has re-signed with Melbourne until 2028, making him a Demon for life.

“The versatility he has displayed across his career makes him an enormous asset to our club. “Angus is a leader of our club and to have him commit long term is a brilliant result. Lamb alluded to Brayshaw's footballing ability, having the capacity to play in a multitude of positions and being one of the best players in 2022 for the reigning premiers.