Sydney Swans AFL star Lance Franklin considering options after being asked to take huge pay cut

In a development that has shocked the footy world, superstar Swans player Lance Franklin is reportedly weighing up moving to a third club or retiring after Sydney offered him less than half the money he is currently on.  

Franklin, who is one of only four players to play 150 or more games for two VFL/AFL clubs, may well be on the lookout for a new club if talks between he and the Swans don’t improve.

The former premiership Hawk famously signed a blockbuster nine-year, $10million deal in 2013 to join Sydney, but the Herald Sun is reporting the Swans are currently only offering their star forward approximately $500,000 for 2023.

Sydney Swans star Lance Franklin celebrates a goal during Round 11 match against Richmond

Club and player are still a long way apart, and given Franklin’s form over 2022 there is no doubt he had more footy in him.

It’s believed Franklin is seeking a contract worth between $700,000 to $800,000 a season – which it must be said is still a significant pay cut from his current contract.

While the full-forward, who recently kicked his 1000th goal, is 35-years-old, he has been in strong form across the past two years after missing the entire 2020   

Saving money on Franklin’s contract would help pave the way for recruiting Richmond superstar Dustin Martin for 2023 onwards, though the Swans have denied they have made any advances to the three-time premiership player’s manager. 

More to come…