Interesting news for Collingwood fans! The club has signed former Suns half-back Oleg Markov as a Rookie for the 2023 campaign. The 26-year-old South Australian has had a busy year, training with Collingwood as part of the AFL’s Supplemental Selection Period.
This move comes in response to the recent injury news of Charlie Dean, who has been placed on the Inactive List. Markov’s addition to the team will provide much-needed depth in the half-back position. With 51 AFL appearances under his belt, including five seasons with Richmond and two years with the Gold Coast Suns, Markov has the experience and skills to make a big impact at Collingwood.
According to Collingwood’s GM of Football Graham Wright, “Oleg adds depth at a position of need – he has speed and running power – and he is a quality young man who impressed us during his time with us over the preseason.” Wright went on to say that the club is looking forward to welcoming Markov back to their program in the coming days as they continue their preparations for the 2023 season.
It’s clear that Markov is a valuable addition to the Collingwood team and fans should be excited to see him in action. With his speed, running power, and experience, he has the potential to make a big impact in the 2023 season. Stay tuned to see how he performs and how Collingwood fares in the upcoming campaign!
