Lion turns down monster offer from rival, Saint demands trade
Brisbane Lions premiership hero Zac Bailey re-signs with the reigning premiers, ending a long-running saga about whether he would move to Adelaide.
Zac Bailey, a two-time All-Australian, has signed a new eight-year deal with the Brisbane Lions, rejecting a lucrative offer from the Adelaide Crows. The Lions' star player, 26, has confirmed his future with the Lions until the end of the 2034 season. Bailey's decision comes after the Lions suffered a surprising defeat to Sydney in the qualifying final.
Meanwhile, the Lions face the Adelaide Crows in a semifinal at the Gabba, with the winner going on to play Hawthorn in a preliminary final. Despite the Lions' recent struggles, Bailey's return to the club has been met with enthusiasm, marking the end of a long-running saga about his potential move to Adelaide.
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