Magpies lock away Daicos brothers

Collingwood has re-signed star brothers Josh and Nick Daicos for not less than six extra years with the pair rewarded for his or her beautiful type this season.

Josh Daicos, 24, was set to develop into a restricted free agent on the finish of subsequent season however has prolonged his contract by 5 years till the tip of 2029, whereas Brownlow Medal favorite Nick signed a four-year deal early in his profession however is now additionally dedicated till 2029.

The extensions will make sure the Daicos household turns into probably the most prolific within the recreation at a single membership, after father Peter Daicos booted 549 targets in 250 video games for Collingwood over a embellished 15-year profession.

Collingwood soccer boss Graham Wright mentioned the membership was ecstatic to increase the brothers’ contracts.

“Josh and Nick are both quality young men and talented footballers and we are looking forward to seeing them in the black-and-white stripes for years to come,” Wright mentioned.

“Josh continues to impress and has really shown consistency in his form across the last couple of seasons. The work that he puts into his craft as a footballer combined with his determination to become better every day should be commended.

“Nick, in only his second season and with 44 games under his belt at the elite level, is continuing to grow as a footballer.

“Like his brother Josh, Nick’s professionalism, preparation and attention to detail is consistently elite and it is these habits which will hold them both in good stead for years to come.”

Source: www.news.com.au