Sam Weideman is now a Bomber after Essendon completed a trade today for the key forward.

The trade will see Weideman, pick No.54 and No.72 arrive at the NEC Hangar from Melbourne in exchange for pick No.37.

The 25-year-old played 59 matches across his seven years at the Demons, kicking 62 goals.

Weideman was drafted from the Eastern Ranges to Melbourne in the 2015 NAB AFL Draft with pick No.9.

The key forward played 10 games at AFL level this season and was an integral part of Casey Demons’ VFL premiership.

At 195cm, Weideman showed his versatility at VFL level, with an impressive 18 disposals, 12 kicks and 35 hit outs in Casey’s Grand Final.

Over his 11 games at Casey this year, Weideman kicked 15 goals and averaged 15 disposals per game.

General manager of list and recruiting Adrian Dodoro said the Bombers were thrilled to have Weideman join the club.

“We are delighted to have Sam on board. He’s a top-10 draft pick who has demonstrated his ability to play at the highest level,” Dodoro said.

“At only 25 years old, Sam’s best football is still ahead of him and we look forward to seeing him playing at his consistent best.

“With two players like Sam and Will (Setterfield) coming in, who are both top-10 picks and are heading into the peak of their careers, they will make an immediate impact and will be extremely beneficial to our list.”

Weideman said he’s thrilled to be donning the red and black.

“I’m incredibly excited. It’s such an awesome time to be joining Essendon and I’m really excited in the direction that Brad is taking the club,” Weideman said.

“After speaking with him earlier in the week, he has clear intentions and plans on where he sees the club going and I look forward to working with him and the other coaching staff.

“I can’t wait for the opportunity to be a part of something special at Essendon.”

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