Sydney Swans fans can rejoice, All-Australian midfielder Errol Gulden has put pen to paper, inking a four-year extension to keep him in red and white until at least the end of 2028.
After establishing himself as one of the most exciting young midfielders in the competition, Gulden has commenced 2024 in terrific form, ranked No. 1 in the competition for total metres gained and 3rd across the league for inside 50s and score involvements.
The 21-year-old, who joined the QBE Sydney Swans Academy at the age of 11, had a breakout season in 2023, earning his first All Australian blazer, finishing fourth in the Brownlow Medal, and winning the Bob Skilton Medal as the Sydney Swans Club Champion.
Gulden was drafted in 2020 with pick no. 32 and made his debut in the opening round of the 2021 season where he had an immediate impact, finishing his first game with three goals, 19 disposals, and a Rising Star nomination.
He went on to enjoy an impressive debut season kicking 14 goals across 18 games, claiming the Sydney Swans Rising Star Award, and crowned the 2021 AFLPA’s Best First Year Player.
Sydney Swans Executive General Manager Football – AFL, Leon Cameron, said he is thrilled to see Gulden commit to the club long-term.
“It’s fantastic to see Errol commit his future to the red and white. Errol is a respected member of this playing group and a core part of our club’s future,” said Cameron.
“His work ethic is something to be admired, he is always looking to improve. He has shown remarkable consistency and continues to perform week in and week out at a high level. It’s qualities like these that seen him develop into a natural leader within the playing group.”
“His time in the QBE Sydney Swans Academy helped prepare him for life as a professional football player, and you can see that in the success he has already achieved in just three years at the top level.”
Gulden said he loves the club and the decision to stay put was an easy one.
“I feel honoured to have the club put their faith in me for another four years,” Gulden said.
“From my time developing in the Academy, to walking through the doors in 2020 as an AFL listed player, this place has always felt like home to me.
“I started my career alongside names like Buddy Franklin and Josh Kennedy, which is something I don’t take for granted. They were greats of this club, and they worked hard to build us young guys up to where we are today. Now I get to keep going on that journey alongside names like Luke Parker, Dane Rampe, and Isaac Heeney.
“We’re building something special here and I’m grateful to be a part of the journey.”
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