Lions star Lachie Neale says he’s going nowhere despite trade talk
Reigning Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale has committed to staying with the Brisbane Lions, putting to rest talk he could ask for an AFL trade back to Fremantle.
Brisbane Lions Brownlow Medal winner Lachie Neale says he will be staying put at the Gabba (ABC image).
Neale had been considering a move back to Perth to be closer to his wife Jules’ family, with the couple expecting their first child in October.
But the 28-year-old met with Lions coach Chris Fagan, chief executive Greg Swann and club football boss Danny Daly on Thursday to let them know he was staying in the Queensland capital.
“I’m committed and staying at the footy club,” Neale said.
“It’s been a whirlwind few days and everything has gotten a bit out of hand.”
Neale is contracted for another two seasons with the Lions after signing a five-year deal upon leaving Fremantle at the end of 2018.
He played 135 games for the Dockers before seeking out of the Lions for a fresh start.
