Collingwood Magpies champion Scott Pendlebury to join Gold Coast Suns next season
Collingwood Magpies legend Scott Pendlebury has announced he will leave the club to join the Gold Coast Suns for the 2027 season. The 38-year-old veteran will transition into a leadership role with the Suns following his long tenure at Collingwood.
Why it matters
Pendlebury's move marks the end of a significant era for the Collingwood Football Club and represents a major strategic acquisition for the Gold Coast Suns.
Scott Pendlebury will continue his career at Gold Coast next season
--> Scott Pendlebury after Collingwood's loss to the Western Bulldogs in the 2026 wildcard final. Picture: AFL Photos SCOTT Pendlebury has played his last game for Collingwood and will continue his career at Gold Coast next season.
As reported by AFL.com.au on Friday , a move to the Gold Coast had been growing closer as the Suns' interest continued to build in recent weeks.
And following the Magpies' heartbreaking finals exit on Friday night , it has been confirmed that while the Pies champion will play on next year, his time in black and white is over.
Scott Pendlebury will join Gold Coast as an unrestricted free agent. His glittering career at the Pies is over. 👇 https://t.co/pkrpfvq5b4
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