Wade Derksen Biography

Carlton sign Elijah Hollands and Wade Derksen during the pre-season supplemental selection period (SSP).

"Elijah has attacked this pre-season with a real purpose and professionalism, and today's announcement is a true testament to the commitment he has made," Carlton's head of list management Nick Austin said.

"Wade has shown significant development over the past few seasons. His versatility, athleticism and work rate stood out throughout this pre-season, and we believe he has the attributes to add real value to our squad."

The Giants delist Wade Derksen, who didn't play an AFL game for the club.

"Unfortunately, we weren't able to offer Wade a contract for the 2026 season," Giants executive general manager of football Jason McCartney said.

"Since joining us via the Mid-Season Rookie Draft, he approached every opportunity and challenge with professionalism and determination and made a strong impact within our program, particularly at VFL level."

A host of players who were hoping to get traded are left in the cold during the 2024 Trade Period.

Greater Western Sydney pair Xavier O'Halloran and Wade Derksen, Brisbane's Deven Robertson and Port Adelaide ruckman Ivan Soldo will all return to their respective clubs after exploring options elsewhere.

Carlton defender Brodie Kemp, who garnered interest from St Kilda but was keen to stay put, will remain at the Blues after the clubs failed to strike a deal.

Wade Derksen is set to move to a Victorian club after informing the Giants of his intention to seek a trade.

Derksen, who was picked up in the 2022 AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft, is yet to play a senior game at GWS but is contracted until the end of 2025.