The Western Bulldogs have locked away Matthew Suckling, as the veteran defender signed a one-year extension on Tuesday to remain at Whitten Oval.
The 31-year-old has played 66 games for the Dogs since moving over from Hawthorn after the 2015 season, and is excited to remain at the club.
“It’s always nice to sign an extension, and I’ve loved my move across from Hawthorn,” Suckling told the club's website today.
“I’m really enjoying my time here under Bevo and we’re playing some good footy at the moment, so I’m excited about staying around.
“I feel like we’re building something pretty special.
“It’s a young group of guys who are really developing and I think we’re seeing that, especially in the second half of the year. Hopefully that keeps building and there’s exciting times ahead.”
Suckling's signature means the Dogs now have 11 players off-contract at the end of the season, including the likes of Bailey Dale, Bailey Williams and Roarke Smith.
Bulldogs 2025 Player Movements
| 2025 Gains None |
| 2025 Losses None |
| Re-Signed Tom Liberatore (2025), Jamarra Ugle-Hagan (2026) |
| Off Contract 2024 Dominic Bedendo, Lachie Bramble, Jedd Busslinger, Charlie Clarke, Taylor Duryea, Tim English, Harvey Gallagher, Riley Garcia, Jason Johannisen, Alex Keath, Buku Khamis, Lachlan McNeil, Bailey Smith, Rhylee West |
