Sydney Swans welcome star forward Charlie Curnow

The Sydney Swans have secured two-time Coleman Medallist Charlie Curnow from Carlton on the final day of the 2025 Continental Tyres AFL Trade Period.

Curnow joins Sydney in exchange for Will Hayward, Sydney’s first round draft pick in 2025, Sydney’s first round draft pick in 2026 and Sydney’s first round draft pick in 2027. In return , the Swans receive Curnow and picks 31 and 42 in this year's draft, and Carlton’s second round pick in 2027.

Since being drafted to Carlton in 2015, Curnow has played 149 games and kicked 313 goals for the Blues, cementing himself as one of the competition’s most dominant forwards.

Sydney Swans Executive General Manager, AFL Football, Leon Cameron, said he is thrilled to welcome the 28-year-old to Sydney.

“It’s great to have finalised a trade to bring Charlie to our club, and we are excited to add a player of his calibre to our forward stocks,” Cameron said.

“Charlie’s achievements speak for themselves, and we believe he will bring a new dimension to our attack with his presence and athleticism.

“We look forward to what Charlie can bring to our side in 2026 and beyond.”

Hayward departs the Swans following 184 games and 229 goals in the red and white, after being drafted to Sydney in 2016.

He made his AFL debut in Round 2 of the 2017 season against the Western Bulldogs, going on to make an enormous contribution to the Sydney Swans on and off the field.

Cameron wished Hayward well for the next chapter of his career.

“Will is a very popular member of our squad, and I thank him for his significant contribution to the club over the past nine seasons,” Cameron said.

“Since arriving at the footy club as a teenager, Will has given his all to this place and is a much-loved member of our team.

“These decisions are never easy, but we wish Will all the very best at his new club.”

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