The Essendon Football Club would like to thank Aaron Francis for his service to the club over the past seven seasons after the 25-year-old was traded to Sydney today. 

On the final day of the 2022 Continental Tyres Trade Period, Francis and pick No.42 will head to the Swans, with the Bombers receiving pick No.37 and a future fourth round selection. 

Francis played 54 games for the Bombers since arriving at the club through pick No.6 in the 2015 NAB AFL National Draft. 

General manager of list and recruiting Adrian Dodoro wished Francis all the best for his new chapter at the Swans.

“Aaron is a highly respect and much loved figured at the club who has had his own challenges throughout his career,” Dodoro said.

“This is a great opportunity for him to have a fresh start and we wish him all the very best at Sydney and thank him for his contribution to the Bombers over the past seven years.”

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