{
  "id": 12473855,
  "title": "Live: Suspended Swans star may seek shock AFL trade",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/live-suspended-swans-star-may-seek-shock-afl-trade-12473855",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T21:23:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-07/afl-trade-period-live-blog-wednesday-october-7/107234160"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Reports indicate that suspended Sydney Swans player Nick Blakey may be seeking a significant trade to another team as discussions on major deals continue. Follow all the latest news and debates from the AFL trade period through our live blog.\n\nThe Sydney Swans have been pursuing young forward Aidan Schubert from the Hawks in recent days, with Schubert visiting the club for an evaluation. However, Hawthorn is waiting to assess if the Gold Coast will match a free agency offer for Ben King. It is assumed that if the Hawks were to approve a Schubert trade to the Sydney Swans, they would be less likely to push for a difficult negotiation with Ben King.\n\nWhile there isn't much activity in terms of deals advancing, there has been additional reporting on Geelong's proposal for Essendon defender Jordan Ridley. According to Channel Seven's Mitch Cleary, the offer includes a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second-round selection, and Jack Bowes. Cleary also mentions that Geelong may continue paying a portion of Ridley's salary due to the cap space they have available.\n\nIt is widely reported that Nick Blakey is currently meeting with rival clubs in hopes of finding a new team. Cal Twomey from AFL.com.au reported this news yesterday, stating that Blakey is still hoping to secure a trade and is speaking with clubs throughout the week. The suspended Swans star, who is still involved in a police investigation regarding the events at the Pullman Hotel, has not yet informed Sydney that he wants to leave the club. However, he is believed to be evaluating his options before making a decision.\n\nThe Swans are determined that none of the suspended players will be leaving the club, and Blakey still has five years left on his contract with the Swans. Nonetheless, there is ongoing movement in this story, and more developments are expected. It might be the most significant story of this trade period, and our coverage will closely follow any progress. Good morning to all footy fans. We are back for day three of the trade period, and after a slower day yesterday, we anticipate things may begin to intensify today. There are indeed some significant rumors circulating behind the scenes, and it remains to be seen if these stories will be revealed. With a week left in the trade period (and three days to submit free agency deals), we must see progress in the coming days. Stay tuned for updates, and please share your thoughts, opinions, and questions in the comments section. Let's dive back into the action!",
  "summary": "Sydney star Nick Blakey, who is currently suspended, may be seeking a trade to a rival club. According to ABC News, Blakey is taking meetings with other clubs and is assessing his options, although he has not yet told Sydney he wants to leave.\n\nBlakey still has five years remaining on his contract with the Swans and the club has stated that none of the suspended players will be leaving. The suspended star is still involved in a police investigation into an incident at the Pullman Hotel.\n\nThe Sydney Swans have been adamant that none of the suspended players, including Blakey, will be leaving the club.",
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        "outlet": "ABC News",
        "title": "Live: Suspended Swans star may seek shock AFL trade",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/live-suspended-swans-star-may-seek-shock-afl-trade",
        "published": "2026-10-06T21:23:33.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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