Thomas Young Biography

Christian Howard, Brett Goodes and Tom Young are delisted by the Western Bulldogs.

"Although difficult, these decisions are always made with the club's future as the primary focus," said Bulldogs list manager Jason McCartney

"We thank the players sincerely for the contribution they've made to our football Club and wish them the best for the future."

Ex-Magpie and Bulldogs recruit Tom Young says he hopes to fill the void left by retired Bulldog defender Ryan Hargrave.

"I'd love to be able to play that kind of role," Young said.

"Beat my man, help out my teammates, give some run to the team. I've got a lot of work to do first, though.

"At Collingwood I was in between half-back and mid, but here they've just said, 'We want you to play half-back.' I reckon that clarity will really help me because I'll know what to work on and where I'm going to play. It's good to know that so early on."

Collingwood utility Tom Young has been traded to the Bulldogs after nine matches with the Magpies.

Thomas Young makes his AFL debut for Collingwood at the MCG with 23 disposals (12 kicks and 11 handballs), 4 marks, 2 tackles and 2 goals in a 18-point win over Brisbane.