Adelaide midfielder Jarryd Lyons has joined the Gold Coast Suns.

The Crows have traded Jarryd Lyons and pick 71 to the Suns in exchange for picks 43 and 67.

“We’re delighted to confirm that Jarryd Lyons will be joining the Gold Coast SUNS,” General Manager of Football Operations, Marcus Ashcroft, said.

“Throughout the exchange period our priority was to bolster the playing list with matured-aged talent, and Jarryd fits that strategy.

“Jarryd is determined to be part of building a winning culture and environment on the Gold Coast, and we are pleased that he chose to nominate our club as his preferred destination.”

Lyons, 24, has played 55 games in five seasons at Alberton.

He played 20 games in 2016, including every final, averaging 21.7 disposals, 3.3 marks and 4.7 tackles.