Dustin Martin’s manager Ralph Carr addresses rumours of Sydney moveDustin Martin’s manager says the Richmond star wants to be Australia’s answer to Tom Brady, fuelling speculation he could land in Sydney on a long-term deal after his current contract.
Phil Rothfield
Daily Telegraph
20 February 2021AFL superstar Dusty Martin wants to become Australia’s version of NFL legend Tom Brady, and it could mean him playing out his career in Sydney.
The country’s best-known footballer and three-time Norm Smith Medallist could play until he’s 38, says his agent Ralph Carr when asked about a rumour he wanted to play in Sydney.
Buddy Franklin is off contract at the Sydney Swans at end of next season, the same time Martin’s contract is up at Richmond.
“Dusty loves Sydney,” Carr said. “He’s there a lot and he originally lived in Camden with his dad. You’ve got to live there to really know how good it is.
“He loves rugby league, too, and he was hanging out with Cameron Munster the other day.”
Martin, 29, spends much of the AFL off-season in Sydney to escape the constant spotlight.
It’s why the Harbour City is appealing on a long-term contract.
“He’s capable of playing until he’s 36 or 38,” Carr said. “The way his body is he can be Australia’s version of Tom Brady.
“They’re talking about him as the greatest ever and I don’t think anyone will beat his record of three flags and three Norm Smith Medals.
“He wants to play for as long as he possibly can.”
Pressed on the Swans, Carr said: “I can’t say, that’s a big question. He’s got two years to go at Richmond and it’s too early to say where he might finish up.”
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