UPDATE: Richmond star Dustin Martin has committed his future to the Tigers.
In an exclusive interview with The Footy Show, Martin told Eddie McGuire and Sam Newman he would remain at Richmond for the next seven years.
After intense speculation surrounding his future all season long, the ongoing saga is now over.
Seven more years for Dusty! #9AFLFootyShow pic.twitter.com/Ap1tKi7VHs
— The AFL Footy Show (@AFLFootyShow) August 31, 2017
โWe are absolutely delighted that Dustin has committed to a long-term deal with the Club,โ Richmond's general manager of football talent Dan Richardson told richmondfc.com.au.
โAs we have said consistently, in the modern football landscape players and their management are entitled to explore their options. Our fans will be thrilled that after undertaking that process, Dustin has decided he wants to be at Richmond Football Club and a part of our future.
โDespite the constant media speculation, negotiations have always been conducted with transparency and in good faith.
โDustin has played some outstanding football this season. His focus has always been on the team and that will again be the case as we head into the finalsโ series.โ
