Fremantle ‘dissatisfied’ as previous top-10 choice Liam Henry demands trade

Fremantle football operations supervisor Peter Bell states he’s dissatisfied that in-form wingman Liam Henry has actually asked for to be traded, and the Dockers aren’t most likely to let him go inexpensively. Henry, the No. 9 choice from the 2019 nationwide draft, delighted in a breakout season in 2023, balancing 20.4 belongings per video game. The 22-year-old’s future has actually been a hot talking point in current weeks, and he formally notified the Dockers of his intent to leave on Wednesday. Analysis, regional footy and the greatest minutes, Seven and 7plus are the house of footy programs for every single fan. Stream them all totally free on 7plus >> It’s thought Hawthorn, the Western Bulldogs and Carlton are the early frontrunners to land his services. The news is a huge blow to Fremantle, who invested years into Henry’s advancement and were just now beginning to enjoy the benefits. An item of Fremantle’s Next Generation Academy, Henry has actually been included at the Dockers because he was aged 15. Liam Henry has actually asked Fremantle for a trade. Credit: AFL Photos through Getty ImagesFremantle were required to match Carlton’s quote in the 2019 nationwide draft in order to protect Henry’s services. Henry balanced simply 9.3 disposals per video game throughout his very first 3 seasons, however he revealed himself as a respected wingman this year with a series of standout screens. “It is frustrating that Liam Henry has actually decided to explore his choices, particularly considering we have actually been associated with his advancement because he was 15 and he has actually taken some considerable advances this year,” Bell stated in a declaration. “We made a substantial financial investment in Liam, not simply through our Next Generation Academy, (however likewise) matching Carlton’s quote under NGA concession guidelines in the 2019 draft, and it was pleasing to see his prospective concerned fulfillment this year. “We will have this financial investment and his skill as a winger front of mind when seeking to help with a trade.” Peter Bell is not delighted with Liam Henry’s trade demand. Credit: Getty ImagesA day previously, Dockers coach Justin Longmuir revealed his desire to hang onto Henry, thinking his future would be finest served at Fremantle. Fremantle have actually notified ruck/forward Eric Benning he will not be provided an agreement for 2024. Prepared at choice No. 54 in the 2021 nationwide draft, Benning played 29 reserves and one league video game for WAFL side Peel Thunder in his 2 years on Fremantle’s list. The trade duration will begin on October 9 and complete on October 18. The Essendon cult hero was a preferred amongst all AFL fans. The Essendon cult hero was a preferred amongst all AFL fans.
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