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Gold Coast weighs options on Ben King free agency decision

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:48 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Gold Coast weighs options on Ben King free agency decision
Summary

Gold Coast remains undecided on whether to accept a compensation pick for Ben King or to match an offer for his services as a restricted free agent. Recruiting boss Kall Burns stated that while King has not confirmed a preference for Hawthorn, the club is considering both scenarios. Burns emphasized the need to evaluate all options across the league before making a decision. The Suns continue to assess their strategy regarding potential trades or compensation in the wake of King’s expressed desire to leave the club.

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Key Details
  • •Gold Coast contemplating free agency compensation or trade for Ben King.
  • •Kall Burns confirms no preferred club communication from King.
  • •Suns considering players from all 17 other clubs.
  • •King has expressed a desire to leave Gold Coast.
Latest Updates
  • 2:48 AMAFL — Suns still weighing up call on Ben King free agency compo
What they're saying
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Gold Coast's recruiting boss says the club hasn't decided whether it will take a free agency compensation pick or force a trade

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