Patrick Dangerfield has informed the Adelaide Football Club that he wishes to exercise his rights under the AFL’s free agency rules to return home to Victoria.
Crows Chief Executive Andrew Fagan said:
“Whilst disappointing, we understand that Patrick's decision has been made for personal reasons.
“We will now consider our options, however, our Members and supporters should rest assured that in doing so we will make decisions and take action that is in the best interests of our football club.”
The Club will make no further comment at this stage.
The Free Agency period doesn’t officially open until Friday, October 9, while the AFL Trade Period runs from Monday, October 12, until Thursday, October 22 at 2:00pm (AEST).
Summary of key dates
Friday, October 9 – Restricted Free Agency Offer & Unrestricted Free Agency Period Commences
Monday, October, 12 – AFL Trade Period Commences
Sunday, October 18 – Close of AFL Restricted Free Agency Offer & Unrestricted Free Agency Period
Wednesday, October 21 – AFL Restricted Free Agency Matching Offer 3 Day Period Ends
Thursday, October 22, 2:00pm (AEST) – AFL Trade Period Closes
See our full post-season calendar
