Gold Coast SUNS Chief Executive Mark Evans has today released the following statement.



"Gary Ablett today informed the club of his desire to be traded to Geelong during next month's exchange period."



"We indicated to Gary and his manager Liam Pickering that there are conditions that will need to be met for the Gold Coast if this is to be achieved."



"Scott Clayton will be available to meet with Liam and Geelong to ensure these conditions are met."



The club will not be making any further comment.