The Coon Dog
14-09-2007, 07:54 AM
Dogs' interest turns to Robertson (http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22414291-5012432,00.html)
The Australian - Greg Denham - September 14, 2007
OFF-CONTRACT Melbourne forward Russell Robertson has attracted the interest of the Western Bulldogs.
The Bulldogs are desperate to bolster their forward structure during next month's trade week.
It was revealed yesterday that Robertson, 28, is being tempted to move on a three-year contract.
Robertson's manager Paul Connors did not want to comment, but confirmed the Bulldogs were one of several clubs showing interest in the veteran.
The Dogs' interest in Robertson has intensified since new Carlton coach Brett Ratten declared he wanted to retain his erratic full-forward Brendan Fevola, who has another year of his contract to run at the Blues.
The Bulldogs have dropped off trading for Fevola, but have retained interest in Adelaide key-position player Ken McGregor.
Melbourne list manager Craig Cameron said yesterday the Demons offered Robertson a new two-year contract almost a fortnight ago, but were yet to hear back from him or his management.
"About the time Dean Bailey was appointed as coach, we put an offer to Russell, and we're waiting for his response," Cameron said.
"We'd like Robbo to stay and finish his career with Melbourne."
Robertson, who turns 29 in November, missed seven games this season because of a knee injury.
He has headed the Demons' goal kicking three times, with his most productive season coming in 2005 with 73.
The Bulldogs have made it clear their priority is to recruit a ruckman before they attempt to land a key forward. They had targeted West Coast's Mark Seaby, but he re-signed with the Eagles this week.
The Australian - Greg Denham - September 14, 2007
OFF-CONTRACT Melbourne forward Russell Robertson has attracted the interest of the Western Bulldogs.
The Bulldogs are desperate to bolster their forward structure during next month's trade week.
It was revealed yesterday that Robertson, 28, is being tempted to move on a three-year contract.
Robertson's manager Paul Connors did not want to comment, but confirmed the Bulldogs were one of several clubs showing interest in the veteran.
The Dogs' interest in Robertson has intensified since new Carlton coach Brett Ratten declared he wanted to retain his erratic full-forward Brendan Fevola, who has another year of his contract to run at the Blues.
The Bulldogs have dropped off trading for Fevola, but have retained interest in Adelaide key-position player Ken McGregor.
Melbourne list manager Craig Cameron said yesterday the Demons offered Robertson a new two-year contract almost a fortnight ago, but were yet to hear back from him or his management.
"About the time Dean Bailey was appointed as coach, we put an offer to Russell, and we're waiting for his response," Cameron said.
"We'd like Robbo to stay and finish his career with Melbourne."
Robertson, who turns 29 in November, missed seven games this season because of a knee injury.
He has headed the Demons' goal kicking three times, with his most productive season coming in 2005 with 73.
The Bulldogs have made it clear their priority is to recruit a ruckman before they attempt to land a key forward. They had targeted West Coast's Mark Seaby, but he re-signed with the Eagles this week.