In a surprising development today, sports journalist Ryan Daniels made a bold revelation on Triple M, stating that he has it “on good authority” that Collingwood is “very, very confident” they’ll secure a major signing by 2026.
While Daniels stopped short of naming the player, his comments have sent shockwaves through the AFL community, with speculation mounting that a high-profile switch to the Magpies is all but inevitable.
“This isn’t just chatter — they’re genuinely confident,” Daniels said on air. “By 2026, he will be a Magpie.”
The cryptic but confident message has fans buzzing, with many now wondering which top-tier talent could be headed to the black and white stripes.






