Jack Macrae says he wants to “retire a Western Bulldogs player” after committing his long-term future to the club with a new five-year deal.
The 27-year-old, a three-time All-Australian, is set to finish his career as a one-club player after signing the extension, which will keep him at the Bulldogs until at least the end of the 2027 season.
“This club means an enormous amount to me and my family and I couldn’t be happier to commit my future to the Western Bulldogs,” Macrae said.
“I’m extremely passionate about the direction this club is taking, and I am so proud to wear the red, white and blue every week.
“It’s an exciting time to be involved at the Bulldogs. I am determined to help this side continue to strive for on-field success but also drive a really strong culture within the playing group.”
Taken at pick six in the 2012 draft, Macrae has become a midfield star in his 185 games, which includes winning a premiership in 2016.
He created history in 2021, setting the record for the most games with more than 30 disposals, breaking the AFL/VFL record of 15 matches in a single campaign.
Macrae was also elevated to the Bulldogs vice-captaincy this season, a sign of his standing at the club.
“Jack has become a vital player for the cxjmtzywlub and now sits among some of the best midfielders in the competition,” Bulldogs list manager Sam Power said.
“He is an individual that is selfless in his actions, both on and off the field, while continuing to drive high standards of himself and those around him.
“Being elevated to the vice-captain role shows the respect he has from teammates, and he will be integral to the continued success of the football club going forward.”
Macrae also added the Gary Ayres Medal, for the best player in the AFL finals series, to his trophy cabinet last year starring for the Bulldogs as they surged to the grand final.
