Chad Warner reveals why he keeps investing in the Sydney Swans
It was probably a bit of a surprise hearing the two Sydney teams were interested.”AdvertisementTwo years ago, Warner signed a contract extension to keep him at the Swans until the end of 2027. The 25-year-old has been open about the pull of returning to Perth, but has built strong roots in the harbour city and is a key part of the Swans’ push towards a flag, which continues against GWS in Saturday’s 33rd Sydney derby.The Swans are second on the ladder, but have lost three of their past four games. Warner has been a bright spot in Sydney’s recent lull, moving principally to the midfield after round 12, having spent time in the forward pocket earlier in the season.
- ▪It was probably a bit of a surprise hearing the two Sydney teams were interested.”AdvertisementTwo years ago, Warner signed a contract extension to keep him at the Swans until the end of 2027.
- ▪The 25-year-old has been open about the pull of returning to Perth, but has built strong roots in the harbour city and is a key part of the Swans’ push towards a flag, which continues against GWS in Saturday’s 33rd Sydney derby.The Swans ar
- ▪Warner has been a bright spot in Sydney’s recent lull, moving principally to the midfield after round 12, having spent time in the forward pocket earlier in the season.
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