Carlton have secured GWS Giants midfielder Lachie Whitfield during the AFL trade period, with the deal confirmed on 13 October 2026. Five picks were exchanged in the transaction.

Whitfield has been a loyal and consistent Giant over his career and is regarded as one of the competition's more reliable midfielders. He adds real depth to a Carlton midfield that has been pushing for more in recent seasons.

His move to Carlton ranks among one of the notable trades of the 2026 period. The Giants will hold on to the five picks as compensation for losing a player who gave them many years at the highest level.

For Carlton, landing a midfielder of Whitfield's calibre is a real boost heading into the upcoming season. The deal shows Carlton means business as they push up the ladder in 2027.