AFL Trade

AFL Trade Period: Where Players Become Free Agents and Gossip Flies!

The AFL Trade Period is officially underway, and it's juicier than your grandma's secret recipe! Get the latest on trades, whispers, and the crazy world of AFL player movements!

The 2024 Continental Tyres AFL Trade Period is officially here, igniting a flurry of activity among clubs and players alike. Kicking off with lots of excitement, the first day was packed with trades and confirmed deals, proving that this is no ordinary offseason! Fans were eager for updates on the latest player movements, and clubs were strategizing for the draft implications that would follow. With the window for trades opened until next Wednesday night (AEST), the whispers have already started buzzing!

Among the notable happenings, Alex Neal-Bullen's trade to the Adelaide Crows was confirmed. Meanwhile, the Melbourne Demons made considerable efforts to keep their prized asset, Clayton Oliver, off the market. The strong vibes from the Demons indicated they were not interested in shopping their superstar! Hot on the heels of this drama, a trade between Port Adelaide and West Coast for defender Tom Clurey showed signs of uncertainty, making fans wonder what other surprises the trade period might hold.

As clubs navigate through offers, bargains, and the occasional sharp elbow to the ribs, predictions are flying like fireworks! AFL commentator Tom Morris made a bold ten predictions for this year's trade period—all we can do is grab our popcorn and watch the chaos unfold. With Collingwood seemingly pushing all their chips in for a premiership shot, fans are waiting to see if their gamble pays off or if it results in a disastrous flop. Surely, this season's theatrical elements will have fans talking long after the last trade is made!

If you think AFL is all about kick goals and dodging tackles, consider this: The trade period can get so tense that it rivals the most riveting of Netflix dramas! As teams negotiate and deal, the fate of players can change faster than a Sydney weather forecast—one minute it's sunny, the next you’re caught in a monsoon of unexpected trades. With the trade window still open, it's a prime time for clubs to throw in their best offers while fans remain glued to their screens, as the excitement of the possible player moves unfolds for all to see. Remember, in the world of Australian Rules Football, you can always expect the unexpected!