Josh Dunkley has today informed the Western Bulldogs of his desire to be traded to Brisbane. 

The 25-year-old was drafted to the Bulldogs in 2015 and was a member of the 2016 premiership team. 

“Josh has indicated to the Club he is seeking to continue his career in Brisbane,” Bulldogs General Manager – List & Recruiting, Sam Power said.

“Josh has been weighing up this decision for some time and this news is obviously disappointing for the Club. 

“We believe Josh is at the peak of his powers in a football sense having had a career-best season in 2022, averaging 25 disposals and kicking 18 goals across the campaign.

“The Club was clearly intent on Josh staying with the Bulldogs, having tabled an attractive contract offer for him to continue with us for the long term.

“Given we have only learned the news this morning, we will take some time to work through the Club’s options leading into the trade period."