Third-generation Carlton player Jack Silvagni has informed the Blues that he will exercise his unrestricted free agency.
The defender has been linked to Collingwood and Western Bulldogs, both of whom could benefit from defensive reinforcements and are in the premiership window, but the 27-year-old has not nominated a preferred club.
The 128-gamer played 13 games for the Blues this season and formed an important part of the backline alongside Jacob Weitering.
“Whilst the decision was not easy to leave the football club, I felt the time was right to explore another opportunity," Silvagni said via Carlton's website.
"I want to say a huge thank you to everyone at the club for their support during my time there, I sincerely appreciate the opportunity this club has given me and my family."
Carlton Head of List Management Nick Austin spoke on Silvagni's decision.
“We made it really clear to Jack that we wanted him to remain a Carlton person, however as an unrestricted free agent Jack had a right to meet with a number of clubs and as a result has made his decision to pursue other opportunities, that is the reality of our industry in regard to player movement,” Austin said.
“As we head into the upcoming trade, free agency, and draft period, this affords us a number of options as we approach this time of year, and we will continue to make decisions that put the interests of the Carlton Football Club first and foremost.”
