Love at first sight: How Lions landed Zac and his 'dancing feet' - AFL
Zac Bailey's stunning start to this season was exactly what Lions recruiter Stephen Conole had in mind back in 2017
www.afl.com.auHere’s the latest I could verify about Zac Bailey.
- Zac Bailey is tied to Brisbane Lions negotiations, with reports in early February 2026 that the club had a six-year offer on the table to extend his contract through 2032, as he enters free agency this year [source: AFL.com.au, 2026-02-02] [cite].
- In 2025 there were developments surrounding his personal life (his mother’s health scare) that impacted his availability for a game, though he returned shortly after; this is part of his recent surrounding coverage [7News, 2025-07-21] [cite].
- For historical context, Bailey has been highlighted by Lions coaches as a dynamic forward/midfielder with high scoring potential and ongoing form across seasons [Lions official coverage, 2023-04-20] [cite].
If you’d like, I can search for the very latest updates from specific outlets or provide a brief snapshot of contract status across teams rumored to be interested. Also, tell me if you want updates only from AFL-standard sources or include broader sports news outlets. [cite][1][2][3]