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Trade talk: Suns midfielder informs club of desired exit
SEN • September 16th, 2025 8:06 pm
Gold Coast midfielder Sam Flanders has expressed his desire to leave the club.
Following a stellar 2024, averaging 30 disposals and four clearances, the 24-year-old was shifted out of position for the duration of 2025, managing just 19 touches a game across the season.
Contracted until 2027, the Suns have stated that Flanders is a required player and will not be traded despite his willingness to explore his options.
"Sam expressed an interest in exploring other opportunities for next year at today's exit meeting," Suns list manager Craig Cameron said in a statement
"However, we have reiterated to Sam that he is a contracted player with our football club and part of our best 23 players".
St Kilda expressed real interest in acquiring Flanders, while a range of Victorian clubs are also keen to lure the midfielder home.
