Lachie Neale leaves Brisbane Lions, joins Collingwood
The star midfielder left Brisbane as a free agent after eight seasons and three premierships.
Lachie Neale's departure from the Brisbane Lions has been confirmed. The two-time Brownlow medallist and three-time premiership winner is joining Collingwood as an unrestricted free agent.
Neale played 186 games over eight seasons with the Lions after joining in 2019. The 33-year-old stepped down as co-captain earlier this year following a marriage breakdown.
He claimed his third consecutive premiership with Brisbane on Saturday before ending his time with the club.
- 186
- Games for Brisbane
- Two
- Brownlow Medals
- Three consecutive
- Premierships
- 33
- Age
Why it mattersNeale's exit weakens Brisbane's midfield and gives Collingwood a premiership-experienced leader for the years ahead.
AustraliaAFL fans will see Neale in Collingwood colours, shifting the competitive balance between two finals contenders next season.
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