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Adam Simpson will remain West Coast coach after the club’s board came to a ‘unanimous’ decision to keep the 2018 premiership mentor.

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West Coast will be without one of their new co-captains for their final pre-season hit-out, with Oscar Allen set to miss this weekend’s trip to Adelaide after undergoing scans for a knee complaint.

The AFL’s captains don’t rate Fremantle as a finals threat, with just one rival skipper predicting the Dockers will see September action this year.

Fremantle have moved to douse speculation about Justin Longmuir’s future this season, extending the coach’s contract by a solitary year in a rare move.

Harley Reid added to his growing highlight reel with a string of stunning moments against the Demons, including a superb running major and a double fend-off of Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca.

Two of the AFL’s brightest young stars will battle it out for Goal of the Year honours, with Harley Reid and Nick Daicos named as finalists for their superb efforts on the run. WATCH HERE

Bailey Smith has confirmed his desire to depart the Western Bulldogs, with the star midfielder yet to make a call on where he’s keen to continue his career next season.

Hayden Skipworth has praised West Coast’s “awesome” and “professional” coaching interview process despite missing out on the top job.

West Coast’s famous No.17 jumper will be back in action next season for the first time since Josh Kennedy’s unforgettable farewell game. See the new numbers for all of the Eagles’ fresh faces here!