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News.com.au
2 days ago
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- News.com.au
‘Unthinkable': Carlton disaster turns for the worse as damning footage emerges
Just when it appeared things couldn't get any worse for Carlton supporters, it's emerged Jack Silvagni has been given more incentive to walk out the door. It comes as new footage exposed the club's soft underbelly at a time when coach Michael Voss is fighting for his job. The most startling revelation presented during Channel 7's The Agenda Setters on Tuesday night was a suggestion more Melbourne clubs could soon enter the fight to entice Silvagni to leave the club when it is already on its knees. FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer. With Collingwood's interest in the 27-year-old well-documented in recent weeks, Seven's Caroline Wilson has explained incoming Carlton chief executive Graham Wright has personally become involved in the club's campaign to convince Silvagni to stay. The veteran reporter said Wright spoke with Silvagni this week with the club only now realising Silvagni is a very real chance to sign with the Magpies. The third generation Silvagni family Carlton player — and son of iconic fullback Stephen Silvagni — is having a career-best season and it would be a painful blow for Carlton if he chooses to play the rest of his career elsewhere. 'It would be as galling for Carlton people I think as if a Daicos went to Carlton. My understanding is this has become a top-order priority for the Carlton Football Club now to keep Jack Silvagni,' Wilson said on Tuesday evening. She said: 'I think Graham Wright is genuinely concerned for Jack. He would know this would be something that is absolutely tearing him in two about what he is going to do. 'For some people this would be unthinkable.' Herald Sun reporter Jon Ralph reported last week that the Magpies' four-year offer in front of Silvagni, which matches that of Carlton, is slightly more 'financially lucrative'. Silvagni is currently sidelined with groin soreness, in a niggle that could well prematurely end his 2025 season — and by extension, mean there is a world where he has played his last game at Carlton. To add to the pain, Collingwood great and former Carlton player Dale Thomas, who is friends with Silvagni, said other Victorian clubs are now beginning to realise they could also make a play to sign the star defender. 'Nobody ever thought this was going to happen,' he said. 'It was Jack Silvagni. He is Carlton. He is rusted on. The old man's a legend et cetera. Today, now that the door has been left ajar just a little bit, there's other Melbourne clubs that have gone, 'OK, we're sensing a bit of an opportunity here. There's a chance that we can pry him out'. 'It's not just Collingwood that's in the running to try and secure his signature'.' Thomas said Carlton fans would be furious with club officials if Silvagni slips through their grasp. 'If I'm Jack Silvagni I'm sitting there going, 'why do I stay, what do I actually owe this club? I've carried the burden of the father-son',' Thomas said on Agenda Setters. 'There's no reason for that, it wasn't put upon him for any other reason than his dad was an absolute superstar, but that has been something he has carried. 'He's been last in, first out so many times, he's been played as a forward, then put in the ruck, put the shin pad on, used as a tagger, and then settled down back. 'The fans are in such uproar because they know when they come to the footy … he's bringing maximum effort, he plays with the heart and soul you want in a footballer.' Damning footage exposes Carlton attitude Footage of Carlton players playing nice with opposition players before the first bounce of games this year has exposed the club's soft underbelly. That's the view Thomas, Kane Cornes and Luke Hodge took on Tuesday night's edition of The Agenda Setters. Footage from multiple matches this year, including the club's loss to Hawthorn in Round 20, showed defenders shaking hands and giving opposition forwards no physical attention in the moments before the ball is bounced. Port Adelaide great Cornes said the vision was 'awful'. 'I can't stand this,' he said. Thomas was just as blunt. 'At park football you're told to shake hands… but then you defend,' he said. 'You put an arm across. You've got contact. You're shoving and showing some kind of aggression. Some kind of passion. Some kind of intent to show the opposition they're there and they are going to have a tough day.' He went on to say: 'You shake hands. You take two steps back as a defender and then you put your elbow straight into their back and if they turn around you tell them, 'That's it all night'. 'And if they don't turnaround you do it again.' The program also broadcast other pieces of footage which showed Carlton players, including veteran Adam Saad, showing a lack of effort against the Hawks. Carlton next faces Fremantle at Optus Stadium on Sunday.
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Fresh twist as fight for Carlton free agent Jack Silvagni becomes ‘personal'
Carlton are set to do everything in their power to keep Jack Silvagni as the conjecture surrounding his future takes a 'personal' twist. Silvagni, a third generation Blue, is a free agent this year and reportedly weighing up an offer from Carlton's oldest rivals, Collingwood. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Jack Silvagni saga takes fresh twist. The Age reported on Monday night that the Magpies' offer is a four-year deal, which is nearly identical to what the Blues are offering. The 27-year-old, who missed the entire 2024 season with a knee injury, is arguably having the best season of his career after making the switch to defence. He has also endeared himself to Blues fans for his willingness to fight and compete in a season that has fallen well below expectations. Silvagni has recently been sidelined with a groin injury and is no certainty to play another game this year. As the defender weighs up his future, Carlton boss Graham Wright has stepped up his efforts to keep him in Navy Blue with a likely increased offer coming, according to Channel 7's Caroline Wilson. 'It's become personal. It's become personal for the Carlton board and for the Carlton membership,' Wilson said on The Agenda Setters. 'Yesterday, I think the realisation from Graham Wright that this was becoming a major issue and that Jack mightn't realise just how much he is wanted at Carlton, prompted Graham Wright to get in touch with Jack Silvagni. 'They had a long conversation. I think Graham Wright is genuinely concerned for Jack. He would know that this would be something that is absolutely tearing him into about what he's going to do. 'For some people, this would just be unthinkable.' But there's also a 'personal' element for Wright due to his fallout with Collingwood CEO Craig Kelly and list manager Justin Leppitsch. Wright was previously football manager at the Pies, but had a messy departure amid reports of a rift with Kelly. 'And it's personal, too, it must be said, and I'm putting words in their mouths, but the fallout between Graham Wright and his former housemate and premiership teammate, Craig Kelly, is immeasurable,' Wilson continued. 'They haven't spoken since Graham Wright left Collingwood. Graham Wright also fell out with the Collingwood list manager in Justin Leppitsch. 'Now, these two guys are making a big play with the manager, Tom Petroro, who is great mates with all three of these big, high-flying executives, and very, very close with all of them. And, in fact, manages Justin Leppitsch. 'So, I think Jack Silvagni is genuinely torn now. And I think if he felt maybe a few weeks ago that Carlton weren't really pulling out all stops to keep him, I think that Graham Wright has now left him in no uncertain terms how much Carlton rate him and want him.' Former teammate and close friend Dale Thomas added that the Collingwood offer definitely sparked the Blues into action, but also raised the interest of other rival teams. 'At that point, I think Graham Wright really went, right is this, for the first time, something we have to seriously consider and make sure it is known to Jack Silvagni how wanted he is by this football club,' he said. 'Not just by the members, but also how loved he is internally and how valued he is actually as a player. Take away the romance of the father-son and everything like that. 'But the next part is, in making some phone calls today and ringing around other Melbourne clubs. Today, now that the door has been left ajar a little bit, there's other Melbourne clubs that are going 'OK, we're sensing opportunity here, there's a chance that we may be able to pry him out and it's not just Collingwood now that are in the running to try and secure his signature.' But Thomas added that Silvagni doesn't owe Carlton anything after a rollercoaster career to date that has seen him dropped multiple times and thrown around the park in different positions. 'If I'm Jack Silvagni, I'm sitting there going, well, 'why do I stay? What do I actually owe this club?' 'He's been last in, first out so many times. He's been played as a forward, then been put in the ruck, put the shin pad on, used as a tagger, and then settled down back. 'The fans are in such uproar because they know when they come to footy and they see Jack Silvagni run out for their football side, he's bringing maximum effort. He plays with the heart and soul that you want in a footballer. 'And now he's got a skill set. He's been given a position that he's locked down. He's become one of the premium defenders in the comp.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sad family detail as Jack Silvagni 'all-but certain' for AFL club switch
The Silvagni name is synonymous is Carlton, but it looks like that might be coming to a sad end. Collingwood have reportedly offered Jack Silvagni a four-contract, and is reporting he's "all-but certainly played his last game in navy blue." Details emerged earlier this month that Collingwood had expressed interest in Silvagni, who is an unrestricted free agent if he doesn't re-sign with Carlton. The Magpies are said to be keen on the 27-year-old defender, who could be the perfect replacement for veteran premiership hero Jeremy Howe. On Monday night, The Age reported that Collingwood have offered Silvagni a four-year deal - the same contract length the Blues have offered. Interestingly, the Pies are also talking the same money as Carlton - in the mid-$600,000 per season. The report states: "Multiple sources at clubs, and those close to Silvagni, suggested it was unlikely he and Carlton would be able to mend their relationship and extend his time at the Blues into 2026." Reporter Sam McLure later elaborated on 'Footy Classified' on Channel 9, saying: "I'd be very surprised if he's playing in a Carlton jumper [next year]. 'The interesting thing here though, is that if he was to leave Carlton and play for Collingwood next year, it wouldn't be about the money. It paints a reasonably dark picture about, I guess, the frustrations in the playing group at Carlton right now. 'I will say I wouldn't be surprised if another club came late after seeing how this is transpiring, because finding solid key defenders at that sort of market rate is quite rare. So maybe a Sydney or a Western Bulldogs or someone that needs a key defender. 'A few weeks for this one to play out. Not certain he'll be playing in a Collingwood jumper Round 1 next year, but I'd be very surprised if he's playing in a Carlton jumper, so it seems like he is on the way out.' Sad situation for Silvagni family at Carlton McLure stated it would be a "sad end" to the Silvagni family's ties with Carlton. Jack has played 121 games for the club since 2016, but has been sidelined since Round 16 with injury. Father Stephen played 312 games for the club, while late grandfather Sergio featured in 239 games for the Blues. Collectively they've played the second-most games in VFL/AFL history for a grandfather-father-son trio, only behind John Sr, John Jr and Josh Kennedy (695). While Stephen remains a club legend, he had a bitter falling out with the club in 2019 and has never returned in an official capacity. He was removed as the club's list manager that year and has since taken up the same role at St Kilda. He refused to enter the Carlton rooms to be part of celebrations for Jack's 100th game in 2023, and was a notable absentee earlier this year when the club marked the 30-year anniversary of their 1995 premiership. Every member of the 1995 team - bar Silvagni - attended an official function to mark the anniversary during their game against Geelong in April. RELATED: AFL world sends flood of messages over Collingwood hero's family news Max Gawn comes clean after Demons' diabolical late mistake in loss Luke Hodge's advice for Jack Silvagni Speaking last week, Hawthorn champion Luke Hodge said it would be a "no-brainer" for Jack to join Collingwood. "You've got a club who is really struggling (Carlton), has dropped away from a prelim final two years ago to players who look like they are playing for themselves out on the field," Hodge said on SEN radio. 'They don't know what is going on with the coach. They've got Wrighty (Graham Wright) coming in to make some big calls. "Versus a club who is offering you more money (Collingwood) and are sitting on top of the ladder (and) who's going to play finals. I understand loyalty is a massive thing, but (it's the) opportunity versus to play in a premiership versus a club that's stable at the moment. 'You sit back and go - the only way he wouldn't go is if Collingwood were paying less and Carlton bumped up the offer. It's common sense.'
Yahoo
21-07-2025
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- Yahoo
'Up their price': Collingwood tipped to land Carlton star over St Kilda
Kane Cornes has declared Collingwood a "good fit" for Jack Silvagni and predicted the Carlton player might choose the Pies over St Kilda. Silvagni becomes an unrestricted free agent this year and is yet to re-commit to the Blues. reported on Sunday that Collingwood have "emerged as a suitor" for the 27-year-old and have "expressed interest" in signing the defender. Carlton have reportedly offered a four-year contract extension to Silvagni, but he's yet to decide where his future lies. Silvagni has been linked to St Kilda the past, where famous father Steven is the list manager. Steven is a Carlton legend, but fell out with the club when he was let go as list manager and refuses to go back. On Monday morning, Cornes said he'd pick Collingwood over St Kilda if he were in Silvagni's shoes. 'He's a good fit for the Pies, absolutely,' Cornes said on SEN radio. When David King asked "Would you choose St Kilda or Collingwood?', Cornes responded: 'Probably Collingwood. But I'm not sure what sort of fee is the difference between the two. The Saints are offering big bickies so it could be $500,000 more at St Kilda than it is at Collingwood." Cornes pointed out that Collingwood's defenders were under heavy fire on Sunday in a one-point loss to Fremantle, with Patrick Voss kicking six goals on them. It might increase the Pies' desire to get some fresh faces in the back-line. 'If Collingwood review their backs yesterday, they'd go, 'Gee, we could have used a matchup for big 'Vossy' (Patrick Voss)', who just destroyed them," Cornes added. "So maybe they'll up their price for our boy Jack." Jack Silvagni linked to St Kilda as well Silvagni started the year in sensational form before he broke his hand, and then suffered a groin injury that has sidelined him since Round 16. His departure from the Blues will reportedly land Carlton a second-round draft pick if it eventuates. If he chooses Collingwood over the Saints, it would raise plenty of eyebrows considering his father's presence at St Kilda. Steven famously refused to be involved when Jack's 100th game was celebrated in the Carlton sheds in 2023. He was then absent when the Blues marked the 30th anniversary of their 1995 premiership in April. The 57-year-old was sacked as the club's list manager in 2019 and hasn't returned to the club in the six years that have followed. Carlton officials felt it was a conflict of interest that Steven was list manager while sons Jack and Ben were at the club, and it remains to be seen whether the same concerns would arise at St Kilda. RELATED: Coach rejects Harley Reid claim as Hinkley wows with Ginnivan response Jake Stringer cops sanction from AFL after GWS victory over Essendon Could Jack Silvagni replace Jeremy Howe at Collingwood? Carlton are expected to lose Tom De Koning to St Kilda this off-season, and Silvagni's departure would be a further blow. With the future of premiership defender Jeremy Howe under a cloud, Silvagni would be a shrewd pick-up for the Pies. The 35-year-old Howe is yet to be offered a contract at Collingwood for next season, leading to talk a move to North Melbourne could be a good way for him to finish his decorated 268-game career. But Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson all-but ruled out making a play for him last week. "We'll look at any player that we think will help our list, but I think he'd be pretty content at Collingwood," Clarkson said on Thursday. "They're chasing the flag. I don't think we'll be in that space (of chasing Howe), but who knows. "We had that strategy at the end of last year when we brought in Luke Parker and Jack Darling and Caleb Daniel, and they've given us some really good assistance and sturdiness. But we can't just keep going down that line either, because otherwise we will become too old." with AAP
7NEWS
30-06-2025
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Carlton defender Jack Silvagni in doubt for clash against Collingwood
Carlton's woes threaten to worsen with important key defender Jack Silvagni in serious doubt for Friday night's date with Collingwood. 7NEWS understands the 27-year-old pulled up sore from the Blues' drubbing at the hands of Port Adelaide with his ongoing groin complaint. Silvagni was part of the rehab program which trained away from the main group at IKON Park on Monday morning. And there are fears a potential stint on the sidelines could extend into multiple weeks with games against Brisbane, Melbourne and Hawthorn to come. Silvagni was subbed out of the Round 10 loss to Sydney with a groin injury and missed the following week before the Blues' mid-season bye. He played just six minutes of the final term against the Power. The son-of-a-gun, who has this season switched from attack to defence, is one of few Blues to have improved in a disastrous 2025 campaign. The Blues sit three-and-a-half games outside the eight with eight matches remaining. Silvagni this year qualifies for unrestricted free agency, however is in contract talks to extend his deal. His latest concern comes as Jacob Weitering nurses an ankle complaint that hobbled his output against the Power. The All-Australian defender was with the main group on Monday morning. Half-back Adam Saad will miss against the Pies after he was concussed last Thursday. Teenage key back Harry O'Farrell was a travelling emergency for the trip to Adelaide and will be in the frame should Silvagni miss. O'Farrell debuted when Silvagni was sidelined in Round 11. Under-siege coach Michael Voss would also have the option of moving Mitch McGovern back to defence full-time or asking Nick Haynes to play taller against the Pies. Craig McRae's side went with four genuine key forwards in Saturday night's win against West Coast — Brody Mihocek, Tim Membrey, Dan McStay and debutant Charlie West. Carlton is currently without Harry McKay (knee), Sam Walsh (foot), Nic Newman (knee) and Matt Cottrell (foot) from its first-choice line-up.
