Christian Petracca has quashed weeks of speculation about his future by declaring that football remained his No.1 priority in life and that his future was with the Demons.
Since his future first came into question three weeks ago,we have learnt more about Christian Petracca’s black bean noodles and pesto chicken melt than where he wants to play next year.
The AFL has banned a Carlton supporter for life from all AFL and AFLW matches,the Bulldogs have moved their match,and a Power star stays put.
Like a boulder hurtling down the mountain,the destructive momentum from Christian Petracca’s injury has gathered so much velocity that if it is not halted,it could demolish the Melbourne hierarchy.
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says there will be no need to repair relationships between Christian Petracca and his teammates if he remains with the club in 2025.
The three-hour meeting at a wine bar owned by Melbourne captain Max Gawn ended with hugs and high-fives,but no confidence in Petracca’s future at the club.
Melbourne have reached a crossroads as Christian Petracca continues to try and force his way to a Victorian powerhouse,but rival clubs are yet to step forward with a realistic package to secure the champion midfielder.
As speculation about his playing future reaches fever pitch,Christian Petracca has revealed there were fears he might not survive the injuries he sustained in the King’s Birthday match.
A former Bomber with an elite kick and pace to burn is among the most eye-catching inclusions in this year’s All-Australian squad.
Despite public guarantees from Melbourne that Petracca would not be traded,the Norm Smith medallist reminded his teammates on Saturday night,and the club during his exit interview on Monday,that he wants to play for a rival Victorian club in 2025.
It’s Mad Monday for 10 AFL clubs that failed to reach the finals. But behind that frivolity will be serious soul-searching as they come to terms with what went right,what went wrong and why they failed to meet their own expectations.