Western Bulldogs hold firm on Tim English amid Giants interest
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 10:39 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The Western Bulldogs reaffirmed their commitment to ruckman Tim English, stating he will not be traded. Greater Western Sydney expressed interest in English, linked to a potential squad change following Kieren Briggs' departure to Richmond. Bulldogs' recruiter Michael Regan confirmed there were no negotiations with the Giants to acquire English., the club added Hudson O'Keeffe from Carlton as backup. English's wife Rudi Ellis recently joined the NSW Swifts, which has fueled speculation about his future in AFL.
- •Bulldogs stress Tim English will not be traded.
- •GWS sought English after Briggs' move to Richmond.
- •Hudson O'Keeffe signed as backup for English.
- •English's wife plays for NSW Swifts, adding intrigue to his future.
- 10:39 AMAFL — 'Knock away, Jase': Dogs shut down Giants' play for ruck star
"Just as GWS will keep a watch on Tim English, the Western Bulldogs are also adamant their All-Australian ruckman is going nowhere
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