Callan Ward today informed the Western Bulldogs that he will head to the new AFL franchise Greater Western Sydney for season 2012.
 
Bulldogs Chief Executive, Simon Garlick said it was incredibly disappointing he had chosen not to be at the Dogs next year.
 
“We have done everything we responsibly could to keep Callan at the Western Bulldogs,” Garlick said.
 
“While it’s disappointing that Callan has made this decision, we will be looking to ensure we receive appropriate compensation to enable us to continue to build on our solid core of experienced players and exciting pool of young talent.
 
“There is a massive opportunity to positively contribute to our list which has already had a fantastic boost in recent weeks with the re-signing of eight of our young guns,” Garlick said.
 
Garlick also confirmed that further re-signings would be announced shortly.