Bulldogs “very close” to Bontempelli contract extension

[GVGjr]

The Western Bulldogs and Marcus Bontempelli are “very close” to striking a contract extension, according to club CEO Ameet Bains. click here

“Those conversations have been ongoing between (Dogs list boss) Sam Power and Marcus’ manager Tom Petroro for a number of weeks,” Bains told SEN Breakfast.

“I think we are getting very close to getting something done.

“Marcus is an incredibly important player for the footy club, one of the best players in the comp, so it’s critical we get him locked away.

“We would be hopeful of getting that one done in the coming weeks.

“Regardless of what the final length will be, what Bulldog fans will be the most pleased to hear about is Marcus’ commitment to the footy club and how he talks about the future of the football club and his role in leading it forward is exemplary.”

Bontempelli will be a free agent at the end of next season. He averaged 24 disposals per game this season.

Bains also added he hopes Lachie Hunter is able to soon reach an agreement with the club.

[GVGjr]

All sounds positive, It would be a nice good news story for many of us

[The Bulldogs Bite]

It really cannot be understated how important his signature is.

[GVGjr]

It really cannot be understated how important his signature is.

I was talking to someone the other day and we came to the conclusion that it's up there with the Chris Grant signature when Port made him that massive offer.

[The Bulldogs Bite]

I was talking to someone the other day and we came to the conclusion that it's up there with the Chris Grant signature when Port made him that massive offer.

Agree wholeheartedly.

The effect of losing Marcus would be catsrophic for the club. To be honest, I'm not sure how invested I would continue to be if that happened.

In an era of darkening player movement, he's a beacon of light for a smaller club like ours.

[bulldogtragic]

"Regardless of what the final length will be".

Is Bains hinting at a short extension so Bonts can try out free agency a little later? If so, give the man the captaincy and let's get him even more invested into the future of the club.

[The bulldog tragician]

Agree wholeheartedly.

The effect of losing Marcus would be catsrophic for the club. To be honest, I'm not sure how invested I would continue to be if that happened.

In an era of darkening player movement, he's a beacon of light for a smaller club like ours.

I totally agree. There is something about The Bont, and what he represents and who he is, that means his signing is about more than securing an elite talent. I really hope this news comes soon, there hasn’t been a lot to enthuse about so far.

[GVGjr]

I totally agree. There is something about The Bont, and what he represents and who he is, that means his signing is about more than securing an elite talent. I really hope this news comes soon, there hasn’t been a lot to enthuse about so far.

Would it be good timing to get this done just prior to the AGM? A big profit announcement on top of a big signing would be great news and momentum for the club leading into 2019

[The bulldog tragician]

Would it be good timing to get this done just prior to the AGM? A big profit announcement on top of a big signing would be great news and momentum for the club leading into 2019

It sure would!

[GVGjr]

It sure would!

And not forgetting a top 7 draft pick, a father son selection and 3 other exciting draft prospects. Good times

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

"Regardless of what the final length will be"....
I really hope its a long term deal and not one that sees him to the free agent milestone.
His long term signature, signals to all where he and the club see us heading.

[Greystache]

"Regardless of what the final length will be".

Is Bains hinting at a short extension so Bonts can try out free agency a little later? If so, give the man the captaincy and let's get him even more invested into the future of the club.

Or he can piss off and we'll win another flag!

*Note this strategy is contingent on us recruiting Bontempelli!

[bornadog]

Agree wholeheartedly.

The effect of losing Marcus would be catsrophic for the club. To be honest, I'm not sure how invested I would continue to be if that happened.

In an era of darkening player movement, he's a beacon of light for a smaller club like ours.

I don't know if I could go to the footy for a number of years if Bont left

[GVGjr]

I don't know if I could go to the footy for a number of years if Bont left

Yeah you would Club bigger than player

[bornadog]

Yeah you would Club bigger than player

It would be hard to take, but I am confident he will be a bulldog for life.