𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐄: 𝐆𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧/𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞-𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 $𝟐𝟎𝟗.𝟕 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬, 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰…𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄

𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐄: Patrick Dangerfield Joins Collingwood in Blockbuster $209.7M Move

In a seismic shift that has sent shockwaves through the AFL world, Geelong Cats captain and veteran midfield powerhouse Patrick Dangerfield has officially inked a three-year contract with Collingwood Football Club, reportedly worth a staggering $209.7 million.

The announcement, confirmed late Monday, marks the end of Dangerfield’s illustrious tenure at Geelong, where he has been a linchpin of the Cats’ midfield and a respected leader on and off the field. Known for his explosive speed, unmatched endurance, and game-changing versatility, Dangerfield’s move to Collingwood signals a bold new era for the Magpies.

Collingwood officials expressed immense excitement over the signing, calling Dangerfield “a generational talent” whose experience and skill set will elevate the club’s ambitions in the coming seasons. Fans across the nation have already begun reacting on social media, with anticipation building over what Dangerfield’s presence could mean for Collingwood’s pursuit of premiership glory.

Dangerfield, 33, commented on the move: “It’s been an incredible journey at Geelong, but I’m ready for this next chapter. Collingwood is a club with amazing supporters and a strong culture, and I’m looking forward to contributing everything I can to their success.”

The deal, one of the largest in AFL history, underscores Collingwood’s commitment to building a powerhouse team capable of dominating the competition. Analysts predict that Dangerfield’s addition could tip the balance in the AFL landscape, particularly in high-stakes finals matches.

Geelong Cats, meanwhile, face the challenge of filling the void left by their former captain. Team management has pledged to continue building a competitive squad while honoring Dangerfield’s legacy at the club.

This blockbuster transfer is expected to be a defining moment of the 2026 AFL season, as fans eagerly await Dangerfield’s debut in the black-and-white stripes of Collingwood.