Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera makes clearest statement on his St Kilda and AFL future
St Kilda's upcoming bye round will see career decision time for their star player Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
www.sportingnews.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera re-signed with St Kilda, locking in a two-year extension that keeps him at Moorabbin through 2027, amid ongoing speculation about his home-state options earlier in 2025. This solidifies his place as a core piece for the Saints and signals the club’s belief in his long-term potential. [Source: ESPN article on the contract extension ][1]
- In early 2026, St Kilda elevated Wanganeen-Milera into the club’s leadership group, reflecting his growing influence within the playing group and the club’s direction for the next era. [Source: Indigenous News Australia article on leadership elevation ][2]
- Throughout 2025, there was significant attention on his future, with talk of possible moves back to South Australia and interest from Port Adelaide and Adelaide. However, by mid-2025 he had publicly indicated a focus on his footy and a desire to contribute to St Kilda’s long-term plans, which aligned with the contract extension. [Sources: Sporting News piece on his future decision timeline, broader coverage around contract talks ][3][1]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent headlines from specific outlets (e.g., AFL.com.au, The Age, or local Adelaide outlets) or summarize the key quotes from his leadership elevation and contract announcements.