“We expect them to come again, whether or not they do is their prerogative. The Bombers have already secured a commitment from boom GWS youngster Jye Caldwell, and remain in the hunt for prolific Bulldogs on-baller Josh Dunkley. Western Bulldogs young gun Josh Dunkley has told 7NEWS he has some “things to think about” after returning to Victoria with Essendon chasing his signature. After a blistering 2019, Dunkley was -10 in disposals per game and his time up forward reaped no real rewards in terms of scoreboard impact. As Essendon ramp up their efforts of signing Bulldogs star Josh Dunkley, speculation continues to grow surrounding the midfielder’s sudden desire to depart the club. AFL Key Dates: Free agency period: Oct. 30 - Nov. 6 Trade Period: Nov. 4 - Nov. 12. In a nutshell, his 2020 was a wasted season, and I would not blame him if he felt frustrated at all. Healy said: “I think everyone considers a comeback when you’re still in it and still fit. Dunkley’s trade request was based on his failure to lock down a permanent spot in the Bulldogs’ mid-field, according to his manager Liam Pickering. Speaking on SEN WA Drive on Tuesday, veteran footy journalist Kim Hagdorn reported the Blues had also lodged their interest. Cerra, 21, remains out of contract at the end of this season, despite reports the Dockers have tabled a rich deal worth up to $3 million over four years. Way overs. The Herald-Sun have said that it’s a five-year deal. Bains has now told SEN the club is ready for the saga to play out again this year. WHO'S MOVING? “We won’t be letting him walk out the door at the end of this year. Dunkley has played 78 games for the Bulldogs and was part of the All-Australian squad of 40 in 2019. As revealed by 7NEWS Melbourne’s Tom Browne on Monday, the Bombers have genuine interest in the 23-year-old Dunkley - and it could be reciprocated. “He’s got a two-year contract, he’s been an outstanding midfielder. The Bulldogs are preparing for the Josh Dunkley contract saga to heat up again after the ball-magnet’s impressive start to 2021. Bombers list manager Adrian Dodoro says the situation with Dunkley is "awkward" because the premiership hero is contracted until the end of the 2022 season. Dunkley also signed a three-year contract extension mid-way through 2019, committing at least until the end of 2022. “I’m hearing that it’s a significant offer,” Hagdorn told SEN WA of Fremantle’s offer. AAP.Source:AAP. Click to expand... Agree it's a long shot but alot of things have to play out over the year. The Western Bulldogs have softened their stance on releasing Josh Dunkley after the midfielder's shock AFL trade request to Essendon. WESTERN Bulldogs star Josh Dunkley has officially requested a trade to Essendon.. Dunkley's manager, Liam Pickering, confirmed his decision on Thursday. Dunkley’s manager Liam Pickering confirmed a trade request had been delivered to the Bulldogs with the star wanting to become a member of the Bombers. But the potential lifeline for younger brother Kyle, delisted last month by Melbourne, has also … Bulldogs chief executive Amit Bains said on Wednesday morning that the club was preparing for Essendon to make another play for the 24-year-old during the 2021 trade period, as the Raiders failed to secure a … Lachie Neale (under contract)+30 for 6+19+55 Dangerfield (RFA)+50 for 9+27+Dean Gore Last trade that had two top 10s was Treloar, (7+7). J & S … The Bombers are prepared to offer Dunkley a four or five-year deal offer worth up to $700,000 per season and 7NEWS reporter Tom Browne believes Dunkley has told the Dogs he wants out. The 2016 premiership player averaged 18 disposals and a shade under three clearances per game this year - down from 28 and more than five in longer games last season. “Adam Cerra is a primary signing amongst about 20 Fremantle players, including David Mundy, out of contract at the end of this season. “Now, that might depend on if they can wriggle a bit more if Patrick Cripps doesn’t stay with Carlton, for instance – and that’s going to blossom throughout this season.”, Eagles urged to take gamble on 36-year-old. The board member said he expected Dunkley to remain with the club and suggested the Bombers’ interest may have been no more than a question. Josh Dunkley of the Bulldogs. “Josh is contracted until the end of 2022 and we were really adamant that we didn’t want to lose him for so many reasons. “You could get Simpson for nothing … I wouldn’t close off my views on whether anyone who just retired could play.”. Whether Dunkley would want to leave the Bulldogs remains to be seen but an attractive contract offer may be turning his head. All times AEST (GMT +10). Confirmed moves: Some key deals which didn't get done include those involving Josh Dunkley, Tom McDonald and Jackson Hately.. Jeremy Cameron is a Cat in the last minute of the trade period, with Geelong coming to the party to secure a trade after the restricted free agent's contract offer was … Eyebrows were raised at the completion of last year’s AFL trade period with the Bulldogs not only holding a wantaway Josh Dunkley to his contract but also acquiring the services of Adam Treloar. Western Bulldogs midfielder Josh Dunkley has received interest from Essendon. Former Collingwood star Dale Thomas also said teams in the premiership window would be mad not to look at Simpson. The Western Bulldogs have secured another of its promising youngsters, with Josh Dunkley agreeing to terms on a two-year contract extension. Carlton have Adam Cerra in their sights at about $2.7 million, $2.8 million for four years. The wolves are at the Bulldogs’ door.Source:Getty Images. The Bombers reportedly botched the final day negotiations after Dunkley officially requested a trade to Essendon. I dont see bulldogs accepting that for dunkley while he is in contract youd need to give more. Doesn't mean Dunkley is suddenly worth more than all the elite players that got traded recently. Conor McKenna has raised eyebrows with his assertion that he may one day return to the AFL; the Dons work to put together a deal to land Bulldog Josh Dunkley. “Josh is contracted until the end of 2022 and we were really adamant that we didn’t want to lose him for so many reasons. The Bulldogs … Brownlow Medallist Gerard Healy said Monday West Coast would be an ideal team for Simpson to end up at. Still under contract until the end of the 2022 season, the Bulldogs held a hard line stance surrounding the star departing the club. Bulldogs expect a rival to “come” for star ball-magnet Josh Dunkley after botching one of the highest profile deals of the 2020 trade period. “That’s a serious prospect, Dunkley getting to the Bombers. Josh Dunkley's manager Liam Pickering says they have told the Western Bulldogs that Dunkley would like to be traded to the Bombers. “I’m not sure where Kade is at, but if I’m the West Coast Eagles and I’m skinny in the midfield right now, you’ve got a forward line and a defence that can win you a flag and yet all of a sudden they’re down Elliot Yeo, they’re down Luke Shuey, Shannon Hurn’s gone down and their depth in that area is not great. Player Sponsor. Bulldog Josh Dunkley is averaging nearly 29 disposals in 2021. Nationwide News Pty Limited Copyright © 2021. Bulldogs chief executive Ameet Bains said on Wednesday morning the club is preparing for Essendon to make another play for the 24-year-old during the 2021 trade period, after the Bombers failed to secure a deal last year. Bulldogs chief executive Ameet Bains said on Wednesday morning the club is preparing for Essendon to make another play for the 24-year-old during the 2021 trade period, after the Bombers failed to secure a deal last year. RELATED: Port goes public in offer for Essendon star. Despite having two years left on his contract, Dunkley has reportedly told senior officials at the Dogs of his interest in leaving the club to take up a multi-year offer at Essendon. Dunkley is contracted for a further two seasons with the Dogs, though Essendon have put a rich, long-term deal in front of him. TURN IT ON Listen to Trade Radio and keep up to date with all the latest news as it happens, plus follow our live blog "Dunkley is contracted for two more years and the Dogs have … “He’s a talented player and I’m excited to get him across and I’m looking forward to meeting him,” Merrett said of Caldwell’s addition. Carlton is reportedly preparing to make a monster offer for Fremantle’s Adam Cerra. “My sources last night indicate that’s genuine interest, perhaps on both sides, and I think there’ll be more to play out there,” Browne reported on Triple M on Thursday. Super League 2021: Real Madrid, Florentino Perez interview, ... NBA 2021: LeBron James, ‘you’re next’ tweet, Derek Chauvin, ... Tennis news 20201 Ash Barty, Stuttgart WTA Tour result, COVI... NRL 2021: Nathan Brown Eels contract news, Sea Eagles withdr... AFL 2021: Carlton coach, David Teague, John Worsfold, coachi... Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. Dunkley, 23, is still under contract with the Bulldogs for a further two years. “But there’s definitely some wheels in motion.”. Josh Dunkley of the Western Bulldogs joins ESPN to explain what it was like to request a trade at the end of 2020. Josh Dunkley is definitely counted amongst them. A NOTE ABOUT RELEVANT ADVERTISING: We collect information about the content (including ads) you use across this site and use it to make both advertising and content more relevant to you on our network and other sites. “Absolutely, and potentially other clubs too,” he said. The Western Bulldogs are adamant Josh Dunkley is a “required player” despite the midfielder requesting a trade to Essendon. We don’t think that he’s in that frame of mind in any event. It has been confirmed that Tom Hawkins to play AFL Grand Final after an illness scare. Bulldogs football director Luke Darcy offered an emphatic response to the first rumours on Monday. As revealed by 7NEWS Melbourne’s Tom Browne on Monday, the Bombers have genuine interest in the 23-year-old Dunkley - and it could be reciprocated. Dogs were well placed to push for two top 10 picks thanks to Dunkley's contract status. It would take something pretty special to break that contract, I would have thought.”. Bombers piecing together Dunkley deal: Reports By WWOS Staff 08 Nov 2020 01:23 Essendon are reportedly piecing together an offer for wantaway Bulldogs midfielder Josh Dunkley. The Bulldogs are preparing for the Josh Dunkley contract saga to heat up again after the ball-magnet’s impressive start to 2021. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. But that stance has softened since his request became official. “Again, while it’s only a small sample size at the start of this year, I think it shows how valuable he is to us as a footy club – both on-field and as a person. “He and Adam (Treloar) have become particularly close but he’s got many, many close mates at the footy club, including the captain himself (Marcus Bontempelli). “My belief would be if you’ve got a player of that quality - I think that system at the Bulldogs will be pretty good for Josh Dunkley’s development,” Darcy said. Dunkley has been weighing up a lucrative long-term deal from the Bombers despite having two years to run on his contract with the Bulldogs, where he played in the 2016 premiership. Josh Dunkley (right) celebrates with his Western Bulldogs teammates. Dunkley’s requested move to Essendon was one of the surprising revelations of the period with his contract at the kennel running until the end of 2022. The Bulldogs are preparing for the Josh Dunkley contract saga to heat up again after the ball-magnet’s impressive start to 2021. He played 12 games in the 2020 season, having suffered an ankle syndesmosis injury which sidelined him from Round 4-Round 9. I had already begun the conversations with Luke Beveridge and some of the other staff at the club, but being able to discuss it with my teammates was a huge weight off my shoulders. But on Thursday he changed his tune slightly with a sales pitch pumping up the Bulldogs’ environment against a lucrative offer to join Essendon. Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images. Dunkley fell down the pecking order slightly at the Bulldogs after returning from injury halfway through this season, outshone in the midfield by second-year player Bailey Smith and a resurgent Tom Liberatore. What we do know is that Dunkley still has two years to run on his current deal at the Bulldogs, and the club have specificed that they will not release him to join Essendon. I’ll keep monitoring that one very, very closely. The Bombers’ bold raid on the Western Bulldogs’ contracted star has been franked by a lucrative contract said to be worth around $650-700k a season for 4-5 years. He described Essendon's contract offer to Dunkley … The 36-year-old said this week he still hopes to return to the AFL via the mid-season draft in June having been retired by the Blues at the end of 2020. Footy commentators have come from everywhere to declare delisted Carlton great Kade Simpson would be a valuable addition to teams hunting a premiership this year. The wheels are in motion for Essendon to snare Josh Dunkley despite the midfielder having two years to run on his contract with the Western Bulldogs. “I think from Essendon’s point of view, they were able to get Josh to want to come and play for their football club, and obviously it didn’t come to fruition. Your 1st and our 1st (which you both own) will be in the 15-25 range. The Bulldogs are preparing for the Josh Dunkley contract saga to warm up again after a ball-magnet debut in 2021. ... he has a two year contract… it would … AFL: North Melbourne's Ben Cunnington escaped suspension for a bump against the Crows at the tribunal on Tuesday. The wheels are in motion for Essendon to snare Josh Dunkley despite the midfielder having two years to run on his contract with the Western Bulldogs. news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site>news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site, Dunkley officially requested a trade to Essendon, Port goes public in offer for Essendon star. Essendon, set to lose Joe Daniher, Adam Saad and Orazio Fantasia in the AFL trade … 'It's not football': Brendan Fevola slams Richmond's grand final call, GWS Giants lose another as young gun requests trade to Victorian club, AFL player ingeniously trades a paperclip for a boat in QLD hub, Western, Phoenix in spiteful A-League draw, MCG crowd capacity increased for Anzac Day blockbuster. Essendon, set to lose Joe Daniher, Adam Saad and Orazio Fantasia in the AFL trade period, are desperate to lure talent with the significant space in their salary cap and what could become a solid hand of draft picks. Hot Breakfast chief footy reporter Tom Browne had some mail on the size of the contract that Essendon haver offered Josh Dunkley this morning. Adam Cerra in action against Carlton.Source:News Corp Australia. “The mail out of the Bulldogs I got last night is they wouldn’t trade him so I think there’ll be an argy bargy there, which means it’s probably only a 50-50 proposition. "I mentioned Josh Dunkley at the start, the Bulldog, Darc, and Essendon’s interest in Dunkley," Browne said. “Hopefully last year was a bit of a blip and Josh enjoys a long, productive and successful career at the Bulldogs.”, Carlton and Fremantle make huge offers for rising star. While the Bulldogs have been adamant that Dunkley will not be dealt with two years left to go on his contract, Essendon are understood to have tempted the 23-year-old with a lucrative deal. “Adam Cerra has been offered something like about $3 million over four seasons with Fremantle, but it seems as though Carlton have countered that with an offer at close to $3 million – it’s not as good as Fremantle’s offer of $3 million bucks, so $750,000 a year over those four years. ESSENDON has told Josh Dunkley it will re-draft his delisted brother Kyle as the sweetener to a blockbuster contract to lure him to Tullamarine. The Bombers have been circling the 23-year-old for weeks despite Dunkley still being contracted at Whitten Oval until the end of 2022. Dunkley, who is currently recovering from a shoulder injury, will remain at Victoria University Whitten Oval until at least the end of the 2019 season. He was reportedly offered a rich, long-term deal, but the reported offer of the No.7 overall draft pick and a future second-round selection wasn’t enough to convince the Bulldogs to release Dunkley from his contract, which runs through to the end of 2022. All the latest trade and contract news Pickering said Dunkley's choice was "purely a football decision", saying the 23-year-old wants to spend more time as an inside midfielder and believes he will gain that experience at … Edmund shed some more light on the developing situation between the talented on-baller and Western Bulldogs, saying the club were “furious” with some reports in previous days. Tom Browne said that he was getting four, earning approximately $600,000 dollars a season. Comeback when you ’ re still in it and still fit 's Ben Cunnington suspension. Of things have to play out over the year ESPN to explain what it like. 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