Luke Pedlar requests trade from Adelaide to Port Adelaide

Major player movements are shaping the 2026 AFL Trade Period. Adelaide Crows forward and midfielder Luke Pedlar has requested a trade to cross-town rivals Port Adelaide. Pedlar, 24, has played 49 games for Adelaide since being drafted in 2020 but has recently struggled with injuries. Because he has not met the seven-year requirement for free agency, Adelaide maintains control over the negotiation process.

In a separate high-profile development, Port Adelaide superstar Zak Butters has nominated the Western Bulldogs as his preferred destination for 2027. While Butters may be able to move as a free agent, experts suggest the transition could involve a ‘mega deal’ featuring multiple player and draft pick swaps between clubs to finalize the move.