AFL superstar Lance Franklin has dropped a bomb on the Sydney Swans with an extraordinary twist on their future.
Superstar Lance Franklin threatens to leave the Swans in a bombing development in their contract negotiations.
The Sun Herald first reported that Franklin will leave the Swans and seek to join a third club in the AFL unless the Swans update their current offer.
Franklin’s famous nine-year, $ 10 million deal expires at the end of this season.
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The report states that the club is “talking” to Franklin about the offer that has been submitted.
The 35-year-old wife, Jesinta, said in May she could see her family, including two-year-old daughter Tallulah and one-year-old son Rocky, moving to the interstate to be closer to the state. his family in the coming years.
Despite Franklin’s good form this season, where he has scored 34 goals in 14 games, The Sun Herald reports that he would even consider retirement if the Swans did not improve supply. He would cut his career at 17 seasons in the AFL.
Franklin is reportedly asking for a deal worth at least $ 700,000 as part of a one-year extension package.
The Swans have reportedly raised an offer of about $ 500,000, less than half their salary for the 2022 season.
This is a dramatic setback after it was reported just four weeks ago that Franklin was willing to accept the terms of a one-year extension, despite the interest of at least one rival club, which is reported to have prepared a two-year offer.
Franklin and his management have maintained an open dialogue with Swans CEO Tom Harley, who recently said he hoped “Buddy” would play again next year.
Franklin’s future has become increasingly uncertain in recent weeks following ongoing reports that the Swans are looking at life beyond Franklin with Richmond superstar-linked club Dustin Martin.
The four-time All-Australian has long been linked to a move to Sydney.
With Martin having a salary of about $ 1.3 million next year, it has been speculated that the Swans would have to move Franklin to bring the four-time All Australian to Sydney.
Jesinta’s career change has a big twist on Franklin’s future
Jesinta Franklin is about to become an AFL-accredited player agent.
Last week it was revealed that the 30-year-old fashion and lifestyle influencer has completed the AFL Players ’Association accreditation course in an official AFLPA registration application.
The former Miss Universe Australia turned businesswoman could represent her husband in ongoing contract negotiations if her roles are sealed.
He seems to have already learned the game of gaining influence in a negotiation.
“I think he still has a lot of good football left, but it’s our dream, whether in five or ten years or when, to be able to live closer to one of the grandparents and spend quality time with them, ”he said. dit.
Dusty rumors swirl with swans silently
Swans boss Harley earlier this month made a rare radio appearance where he spoke in some detail about his club’s hiring plans.
After drawing a line through Jordan De Goey, Harley laughed at Martin’s interest, saying, “It’s been about a month since they asked me about Martin.”
Veteran football journalist Caroline Wilson said last week that she felt Harley’s “no” to Martin “wasn’t as definitive” as it was for De Goey.
Harley also said he hoped Buddy Franklin would play again next year, but Wilson said it would be a drastically reduced offer for the current Swans star.
“I just feel like there’s a little behind the scenes. Richmond is trying to keep Liam Baker, they’re watching (Jacob) Hopper, (Tim) Taranto,” Wilson said.
“I don’t know if it’s the right decision, but I don’t know, I hope I’m wrong, but I’m very worried he’s right (about Martin’s incorporation into the Swans).”
The Tigers star remains under contract with the Tigers, but his desire to leave Richmond has caused the football world to settle. Tigers coach Damien Hardwick recently poured fuel into the fire, saying he would not step in to prevent Martin from leaving before his contract expires if it is in the best interest of the three-time Norm Smith medal winner.
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