Port Adelaide add list vacancy following ruckman’s season-ending injury

Port Adelaide have moved injured ruckman Ivan Soldo to the inactive list, opening up a third vacancy at the club.

Soldo had surgery on his ACL injury he sustained earlier this month, and has subsequently been ruled out for the entire 2026 season.

The Power already have a quartet of prospects vying for a position at the club, with the SSP deadline extended until March 2.

Former Pie and Rising Star winner Jaidyn Stephenson leads the charge, while delisted Cat Ted Clohesy is another notable name at Alberton.

Stephenson impressed in last week's intra-club, playing across half forward.

He kicked two goals and was active inside 50, adding to the litany of small forwards under Josh Carr's instruction.

Clohesy was a notable performer following his exit from Geelong at the end of 2025.

Norwood defender Balyn O'Brien and East Fremantle's Mitchell Zadow as also pursuing their AFL dream.

Zadow lined up inside 50, helping set up majors.

Soldo's injury has left the ruck responsibilities to Jordon Sweet and youngster Dante Visentini.

North Adelaide ruckman Alex Van Wyk is training with the club, but isn't eligible for the SSP. He may be considered for the mid-season draft, pending the club's decision to hold over a list vacancy.

Van Wyk played seven games for the Rooster in 2025, averaging 10 disposals and 19 hit-outs. He stands at 203cm.

Port Adelaide will take on opposition on Friday when they face cross-town rivals Adelaide at Alberton Oval before a clash against West Coast on March 1.

Carr will begin his senior coaching career against Carlton in Round 1.