There are two reasons to explain why the Saints dropped out of the race for Lachie Neale
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By The Age
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In brief
St Kilda faces a challenging financial balancing act following substantial investments in player acquisitions last season. With limited salary cap flexibility, the club must strategically navigate the recruitment market while maintaining roster stability and keeping star performers committed. The Saints' decision to step back from pursuing Lachie Neale reveals the constraints of their current position and the difficult choices club management must make to remain competitive.
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There are two reasons to explain why the Saints dropped out of the race for Lachie Neale
After their big spend-up last off-season, St Kilda are walking the tightrope of trying to be proactive in the player market again while retaining their best performers and reassuring their players they are being prioritised.
