The Western Bulldogs have traded midfielder Patrick Lipinski to Collingwood in exchange for Pick 43.
The deal follows Lipinski's request to be traded to the Holden Centre following the expiration of his contract with the Dogs.
The 23-year-old has played 56 games in the red, white and blue since making his debut at then Kennel in 2017, however was limited to just 11 appearances in 2021.
The Magpies will part ways with their third-round selection in a straight swap with the Dogs following ongoing negotiations, perย The Age'sย Daniel Cherny.
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Speaking onย Trade Radioย last month, Magpies football boss Graham Wright said Lipinski will be utilised across multiple roles at the Holden Centre.
โPatty Lipinski has found it difficult to get into a really good Bulldogs team, so he hasnโt played a lot,โ Wright said.
โThe age demographic suited us, but he also adds depth positionally to a number of spots โ he can play half-forward, wing, on-ball, half-back. Heโs got the ability to play in all those spots.
The Bulldogs now hold Picks, 23, 43, 44, 45, 52 and 93 for the 2021 National Draft.
