Brendan Lines  March 13, 2020

The Port Adelaide Football Club has today secured the services of its four-time All Australian forward Robbie Gray at least to the end of the 2021 season, delaying his unrestricted free-agency.

After some interest from rival clubs over the trade period, Gray has reaffirmed his alignment with the club who drafted him in 2006.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity Port Adelaide has given me, and to extend my time here for another year is great for me and my family,” Gray said.

“We have a young and exciting list, and I’m eager to be a part of that for as long as possible.”

Gray 31, was sidelined in 2019 for near on a month after suffering a broken hand in 2019 against North Melbourne.

The signing has signalled Port Adelaide’s confidence in Gray who has impressed Port Adelaide’s General Manager – Football Chris Davies during pre-season.

“He’s had a strong pre-season, and has provided amazing assistance for our young group.

“We’re pleased he’ll remain at the club until at least the end of the 2021 season,” he said.

After Coach Ken Hinkley’s recently made ‘bullish’ statements that he can get the job done in Port Adelaide’s 150^th year, Gray’s signing is essential experience.

A premiership in black, silver and teal is the only thing missing from Gray’s illustrious career to date.