Zak Butters informed Port Adelaide he was departing on August 23, 2026. He noted he had been pondering about the choice. The club officially confirmed his exit the next day. Butters will move back to Victoria. Several Victorian teams are now keen on securing his signature. His stint at Port Adelaide has come to an end. Butters did not give more details about his move at the time.
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Club statement: Zak Butters - portadelaidefc.com.au
Club statement: Zak Butters portadelaidefc.com.au
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BREAKING: Butters free agency call revealed as superstar explains decision he 'wrestled with' - Fox Sports
BREAKING: Butters free agency call revealed as superstar explains decision he 'wrestled with' Fox Sports
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Zak Butters informs Port Adelaide of free agency call as Victorian clubs circle - afl.com.au
Zak Butters informs Port Adelaide of free agency call as Victorian clubs circle afl.com.au
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AFL rocked by shock Butters revelation - News.com.au
AFL rocked by shock Butters revelation News.com.au
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Zak Butters informs Port Adelaide he will depart club to return to Victoria - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Zak Butters informs Port Adelaide he will depart club to return to Victoria ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation