Jordon Butts informs Adelaide of desire to join Western Bulldogs
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 3:13 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Jordon Butts, a key defender for Adelaide, has expressed his intention to move to the Western Bulldogs after completing a medical examination at the Whitten Oval. The 26-year-old is set to join as a free agent next month on a five-year contract. The Bulldogs have pursued Butts before, but negotiations fell through previously due to trade difficulties. With Butts' signing, the Bulldogs aim to bolster their defense for the upcoming season. Despite efforts to retain him, Adelaide had anticipated his departure.
- •Jordon Butts wants to join the Western Bulldogs after a medical.
- •He is set to sign a five-year deal as a free agent next month.
- •Butts has played 94 games for Adelaide over eight seasons.
- •The Bulldogs previously attempted to acquire him but faced trade challenges.
- •Adelaide hoped to keep Butts but has acknowledged his decision.
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"Jordon Butts has notified Adelaide he wants to move to the Western Bulldogs
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