Crows secure free agent, Giants' compo pick confirmed
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Midfielder's move from GWS to SA locked in as Adelaide builds its list
By Staff writers
6 hrs ago
ISAAC Cumming's free agency move to Adelaide has been confirmed on Friday morning.
After being restricted to just six senior games this season the 26-year-old sought a change of scene in South Australia, with both the Crows and Port Adelaide chasing his signature.
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Cumming eventually named Adelaide as his chosen destination when his season ended in Greater Western Sydney's semi-final loss to Brisbane.
Playing 65 of a possible 72 games through 2021-2023, Cumming established himself in the Giants' best side, but a pre-season calf issue followed by a hamstring injury kept him on the sidelines until round 16 this year.
Another hamstring strain saw him miss GWS' last five games of the home and away season before he returned for the finals.
As an unrestricted free agent the Crows will not need to send anything back the Giants' way for Cumming, but GWS has received a first-round pick (currently No.21) as compensation.
"We are obviously thrilled that Isaac has decided to join our club and he is a significant addition to our list," Adelaide's general manager of list management and strategy Justin Reid said.
"We've followed him closely at GWS and we like his versatility, he can play in defence and on the wing, is a strong runner, courageous and a good overhead mark for his size.
"He brings experience and leadership to our team which will help us improve so we are looking forward to having him on board."
Giants executive general manager of football Jason McCartney wished Cumming well and is pleased with the club's draft position, which now includes picks 15, 16 and 21.
"You never like to see good people leave the club, but that's the nature of the industry," he said.
"We believe we tabled a suitable offer to retain Isaac long-term but accept his decision and wish him and his fiancée Mia all the best as they move closer to family.
"The compensation of a third first-round selection for Isaac's departure further bolsters our capital to work with this off-season and we believe we're in a really good position heading into the trade and draft period."
