Collingwood has bolstered its midfield by the addition of GWS utility Harry Perryman via free agency on Friday.
Perryman lands at the Pies on a MASSIVE DEAL (change) after eight seasons and 129 games for the Giants.
The 25-year-old has been a consistent performer for the AFL's youngest club since being drafted with Pick 14 in the 2016 National Draft.
Free agency paperwork has been lodged for Harry Perryman. The unrestricted GWS free agency will join Collingwood today.
Huge watch on the compensation pick that goes the Giants' way later today. More on @AFLcomau @traderadio. pic.twitter.com/9um4qYL9Re
— Callum Twomey (@CalTwomey) October 4, 2024
After much interest from Port Adelaide and Hawthorn, Collingwood won the heart of Perryman, given its desire to bulk up its midfield alongside Nick Daicos and Jordan De Goey whilst also preparing for life after Scott Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom.
The GWS utility has featured predominantly in the backline, but it is understood he wanted to play in the midfield, opening the door for rivals to swoop.
It became apparent through injury that Craig McRae's men need ready-made midfielders to assist Daicos with the load as youngster Finlay Macrae is just behind the eight-ball.
GWS receive first round compensation pick for Harry Perryman’s free agency move to Collingwood.
With Josh Battle’s compo is factored in, the Giants receive pick No.16. @7NewsMelbourne @7AFL
— Mitch Cleary (@cleary_mitch) October 4, 2024
GWS will receive Pick 16 for the loss of Perryman, with the AFL factoring in St Kilda's compensation for Josh Battle.
His departure comes as the Giants also prepare to part with Nick Haynes (Carlton) and Isaac Cumming (Adelaide) to free agency moves.
