Giant secures move to Carlton, five picks change hands in trade
AFL player Lachie Whitfield has officially transferred from Greater Western Sydney to Carlton on a three-year deal. The trade involved a complex exchange of multiple draft picks between the two clubs.
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Lachie Whitfield has got his trade wish to Carlton
--> Find out more --> Lachie Whitfield kicks the ball during Greater Western Sydney's clash against Essendon in round 19, 2026. Picture: Getty Images LACHIE Whitfield's move to Carlton has been confirmed, with the two-time All-Australian returning to Victoria after 278 games over 14 seasons at Greater Western Sydney.
As first reported by AFL.com.au's Cal Twomey, Whitfield lands at the Blues as the clubs swapped a host of draft picks, including four in this year's draft.
🚨 Trade for Lachie Whitfield has been DONE. Carlton gets: Whitfield, picks 31, 50 GWS gets: Picks 25, 26, 2028 third-round pick @AFLcomau @traderadio
The Giants had been consistent that it would take a first-round pick to nab the contracted defender, but the Blues have managed to get the deal done thanks to a handful of pick slides.
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