In a defining move that speaks volumes about loyalty, heart, and legacy, Collingwood sensation Nick Daicos has officially turned down a jaw-dropping $5 million offer from the Tasmania Devils to stay with the club that shaped him.
🔒 Loyalty Over Lucre
Despite intense interest and a historic contract on the table from Tasmania’s expansion side, Daicos shut the door on speculation with a passionate declaration:
“I grew up with black and white in my veins. I love this club, this jumper, and these fans. There was never any real thought of leaving. I want to finish what I started here and become one of the greats.”
🖤 A True Magpie Through and Through
From his earliest days at the Holden Centre to becoming Collingwood’s modern-day poster boy, Nick Daicos has embodied everything the club stands for: class, skill, pride, and commitment.
- 2024 Stats: 28 disposals per game, 20 Brownlow votes (and counting), and 100% influence.
- Awards & Honors: Rising Star, All-Australian, Copeland Trophy — and more on the horizon.
🗣️ Club and Fans React
Collingwood President, former great Peter Moore (and Nick’s father), praised the decision:
“Nick’s heart has always been with Collingwood. He represents the future of this club, and we couldn’t be prouder.”
Social media erupted with emotion:
- “True Magpie forever!”
- “This kid gets it. Loyalty isn’t dead.”
- “Build the team around him for the next decade.”
🔥 What’s Next for Daicos?
With his legacy now firmly anchored in Collingwood colors, Daicos is laser-focused on delivering another premiership to the club and etching his name alongside legends like Buckley, Pendlebury, and his own father.
👏 Way to go, Nick! In an era of big offers and bigger moves, you reminded us what it means to play for passion, not just paychecks.
The black and white army marches on — with Daicos at its heart.
