Fremantle CEO Fires Back at Melbourne Over Luke Jackson Speculation
Alright, let’s talk about what’s been unfolding with Luke Jackson and the growing tension between Fremantle and Melbourne. The Dockers aren’t holding back anymore, and honestly, I don’t blame them.
Fremantle CEO Simon Garlick came out swinging this week in response to ongoing public comments from the Melbourne Football Club about possibly bringing Luke Jackson back to the Demons. Now remember, Jackson is a key figure at Fremantle. He’s not only performing exceptionally well across multiple positions — ruck, midfield, and forward — but he’s also locked into a contract that runs all the way through to 2029. That’s a massive commitment, and Fremantle clearly sees him as a long-term cornerstone of their club.
But that hasn’t stopped Melbourne from poking the bear.
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It all started when Demons coach Simon Goodwin said they’d “certainly be interested” in Jackson if he became available — even though there’s absolutely no indication that he is. Then Melbourne skipper Max Gawn threw some extra fuel on the fire with a cheeky remark on radio that, while later walked back as a joke, still raised eyebrows.
And that’s where Garlick drew the line. In a fiery interview, he didn’t mince words. He borrowed a line straight from Will Smith, saying, “Melbourne should take our players’ names out of their mouths.” That’s a strong statement — one that reflects the frustration Fremantle is clearly feeling.
Garlick emphasized how much Jackson means to the club, not just for his on-field talent but for his energy, leadership, and character. He talked about Jackson’s enthusiasm, his positive influence in the locker room, and how much the team and fans love having him in purple. The idea that Fremantle would even consider letting him go? Not even on the table.
To add to that, Garlick also addressed rumours swirling around young midfielder Neil Erasmus. The 21-year-old is out of contract but has been showing promising form recently. Garlick made it clear: Erasmus is part of Fremantle’s long-term vision. He’s had a strong month, he's still just at the beginning of his AFL journey, and Fremantle wants to keep him around.
All this comes during a critical point in the season, as the Dockers look to build momentum post-bye. The last thing they need is off-field distractions created by rival clubs stoking the rumour mill.
So yeah, Fremantle is standing tall on this. They’re backing their players, making it known that their stars aren’t up for grabs, and sending a pretty strong message to the rest of the league — especially Melbourne: focus on your own list, and stop talking about ours.
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