Silvagni Saga Fuels Carlton Fears

Legendary Teammate Warns of Unthinkable Move

A former teammate of Carlton legends Alex Jesaulenko and Robert Walls has voiced deep concern over the potential transfer of third-generation Blue Jack Silvagni to Collingwood, describing it as a prospect far worse than past player defections.

A Troubled Past

The Blues experienced significant disruption following their 1979 premiership win, with **Robert Walls** departing for Fitzroy. The subsequent loss of star player **Alex Jesaulenko** to St Kilda added to a turbulent period for the club.

Legacy at Stake

David “Swan” McKay, a four-time premiership hero and teammate of **Jezza** and **Walls**, believes a Silvagni crossing to the Magpies would eclipse those past departures in its impact. McKay played alongside **Jack Silvagni’s** late grandfather, **Sergio Silvagni**, in the celebrated 1970 premiership team.

“It was bad enough to see Wallsy end up at Fitzroy and Jezza at St Kilda,” said McKay, who played alongside Jack Silvagni’s late grandfather, family patriarch Sergio Silvagni, in the fabled 1970 premiership.

—David “Swan” McKay

“To have a Silvagni ending up at Collingwood would be even worse.”

—David “Swan” McKay

The Silvagni name is synonymous with Carlton, having been a pillar of the club for decades. A move to a fierce rival like Collingwood would undoubtedly send shockwaves through the Bluebagger faithful.

Historical player transfers have often sparked intense fan debate. For example, when **Lance Franklin** moved to the Sydney Swans in 2014, it was reported to be one of the biggest player movements in AFL history, highlighting the emotional significance of such shifts (ESPN, 2014).

The potential ramifications of a Silvagni family member joining Collingwood represent a significant narrative brewing in the sport, touching on legacy, loyalty, and the intense rivalries that define Australian Rules Football.