Player Contract Status

[Grantysghost]

Michael,

I’m delighted to let you know that I’ve officially signed a four-year contract extension with the Western Bulldogs, keeping me at the Club until 2029, and hopefully beyond.

This decision means the world to me – not just as a footballer, but as someone who’s been shaped by this Club, its people and the community. From the moment I walked through the doors as a teenager back in 2013, I’ve been fully embraced by the red, white and blue and had the honour of representing something bigger than all of us.

Twelve years later, that feeling has only grown stronger.

As a Club, we carry with us the rich history of Footscray, built on grit, honesty, resilience and heart. Those values have been passed down through generations of players and fans, and they’re what make this Club truly special. I am fiercely proud to be part of that legacy, and to lead our AFL team as its captain is a privilege I never take for granted.

Seeing this Club grow over the past decade has been truly special as we’ve continued to evolve on the field, off the field and of course in the stands. The love for this Club has spread far beyond the western suburbs, with well over 60,000 members and counting, a number that would have been almost unimaginable when I joined this Club and that’s only getting bigger.

This wasn’t a difficult decision – I feel entirely settled and confident about the future of a Club that I love, with a group of players that give their all every week and have so much talent and potential. It took a bit longer than expected, but the result was never in doubt!

As a member, your belief, passion and loyalty is unwavering and I thank you for being with us through the highs and the heartbreaks. Your support drives us and keeps us striving for something greater.

I’m as motivated and excited as ever to lead this Club into the next chapter and there is still so much to play for this season. With five games remaining and a finals spot up for grabs we’ll do everything possible to get the best out of ourselves and deliver more famous days for the Bulldogs faithful.

Thank you for believing in me and in us. I can’t wait to see what the next four years bring.

Marcus

Wait...I thought he only sent that to me.

[Bornadog]

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[ledge]

I see the media is reporting Buku is looking around .
what’s our thoughts ?
I like him and think he is a good swing man , has his flaws when the ball hits the ground but is probably someone of value if he decides to go .
Could he be part of deals to get other players ?

[Axe Man]

I see the media is reporting Buku is looking around .
what’s our thoughts ?
I like him and think he is a good swing man , has his flaws when the ball hits the ground but is probably someone of value if he decides to go .
Could he be part of deals to get other players ?

It's being discussed in the list management thread.

[Happy Days]

It's being discussed in the list management thread.

Directing someone to another thread inside of the contracts thread, incredible and layered bit.

[ledge]

Good to see Libba sign another year .

[Bornadog]

Apparently Treloar's management has had no communication with Power on a new contract.

Are we waiting to see how he pulls up after the latest soft tissue ?

[ledge]

Apparently Treloar's management has had no communication with Power on a new contract.

Are we waiting to see how he pulls up after the latest soft tissue ?

I would think so , he is at an age no one else will take him, so don’t rush it, see how he goes and get all our ducks in a row and see what’s left .

[GVGjr]

Western Bulldogs forward Josh Dolan is set to be rewarded for an impressive debut season, with the club close to an agreement on a two-year contract extension. [
@RileyBev

[azabob]

Western Bulldogs forward Josh Dolan is set to be rewarded for an impressive debut season, with the club close to an agreement on a two-year contract extension. [
@RileyBev

Such great news.

This kid looks vanilla but will become such an important COG in our future.

[azabob]

The club has reported Dale has extended his contract until 2029. I wonder if the entire deal was re-negotiated?

[Axe Man]

Dale extends to 2029

The star defender has put pen to paper on a two-year extension.

Western Bulldogs defender Bailey Dale has put pen to paper on a two-year extension, keeping him at the Kennel until at least the end of 2029.

The 29-year-old has had another stellar campaign for the Dogs, averaging 27 touches and over 500 metres gained per game this season.

Dale’s current contract wasn’t set to expire until 2027, but he had no hesitation in pledging his future to the red, white and blue.

“I just love this Club. They took me in when I was an 18-year-old kid, and there’s so much growth left in this place,” the 2021 All Australian defender said.

“I feel like I can give so much more to this Club so I’m really excited to sign on for a couple more years and extend out to 2029.

“There’s a lot more stability with Bevo signing on, and even Ed and Bont and all these guys as well. There is some really exciting times ahead and I want to be part of that.

“I love the Club and can’t wait to be here for another four years.”

Executive Manager – Men’s Football Sam Power said it was pleasing to secure Dale’s services.

“Bailey has been such a consistent performer within our setup for a long period of time and we couldn’t be happier to have him in red, white and blue until 2029,” Power said.

“Having already been an All Australian, Bailey’s ability to find the football and use his elite kicking skills propels our team from the back half, while his ability to support his teammates in the air and on the ground has gone to another level in 2026.

“As a popular member of the locker room, Bailey was named in our leadership group for the first time in 2025, helping our younger players improve and driving the standards on and off the field.

“Extending his contract beyond the current two-year deal in place is a great show of faith from him around the direction of our Club as we continue to strive for sustained success.”

Dale was drafted with Pick 45 in 2015 and has played 177 games since. He was also recognised in the 44-player All Australian squad last season.

He joins Tom Liberatore and Marcus Bontempelli in re-signing in recent weeks.

[Axe Man]

The club has reported Dale has extended his contract until 2029. I wonder if the entire deal was re-negotiated?

Not sure why it would needed to have been? He signed a 5 year deal in 2022 coming off an All Australian berth, doubt he was being underpaid. The HUN list had him at $650-$750K.

[Sedat]

Not sure why it would needed to have been? He signed a 5 year deal in 2022 coming off an All Australian berth, doubt he was being underpaid. The HUN list had him at $650-$750K.

According to Champion Data, he is a better player than Nasiah - I would suggest being paid $1.35m a season less than Nas from next year would qualify as grossly underpaid.

It's goodwill and frankly good business by the club to reward a critically important player still very much in his prime.

[azabob]

Not sure why it would needed to have been? He signed a 5 year deal in 2022 coming off an All Australian berth, doubt he was being underpaid. The HUN list had him at $650-$750K.

What Sedat said.
I actually think supporters and the media actually underrate how good Dale is.