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Butters Puts Off Long-Term Deal Pending Coaching Change

He will assess his fit under incoming coach Josh Carr before committing to a long-term contract.

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Overview

  • Port Adelaide has proposed a record-setting two-year extension with a six-year option while rival AFL clubs have tabled multi-million-dollar bids.
  • Butters is averaging a career-high 27.7 disposals per game this season and has earned back-to-back club champion awards alongside dual All-Australian honours.
  • He has declared that football is his top priority, insisting family ties will not outweigh his on-field commitments.
  • The club’s upcoming coaching handover from Ken Hinkley to Josh Carr is a decisive factor he plans to evaluate before making his decision.
  • He will revisit his options at the season’s conclusion and during the off-season to determine his long-term AFL future.