The Adelaide Crows have explained how the deal for Carlton’s Bryce Gibbs fell through.
The club was unwilling to meet the Blues’ “unrealistic demands”, the club said in a statement on its website.
“Both clubs were well aware of Bryce and his family’s desire to return home, coupled with the fact he is also contracted to Carlton for a further three years,” Adelaide FC’s Justin Reid said.
“He is a quality player and person but like in all trades, there has to be ‘fair value’ for both parties.
“We do not believe that would’ve been the case if we were to hand over at least two first-round draft picks or a combination of players, who are crucial to our short and long term success, as was requested.
“Taking into account a large number of factors, we decided that proceeding with such an arrangement would have been irresponsible list management.”
Reid said the club wished Gibbs well.
“Bryce and his management contacted our Club at the eleventh hour prior to trade period,” Reid said.
“Before taking the call, our intent was to head to the national draft in search of quality young talent which is now once again our focus.”
