The Gold Coast SUNS have secured the services of Lachie Weller after a deal was struck with Fremantle.

The SUNS receive Fremantle's on-traded round three seletion (41) in addition to Weller, while Fremantle receive Gold Coast's first round selection (pick 2).

Weller joined the Dockers in the 2014 NAB AFL National Draft (pick 13) and was a member of the GC SUNS Academy program prior to his move West.

SUNS List & Strategy Manager Scott Clayton said the club was trilled to have fulfilled Weller’s request to return to the Gold Coast.

"We are absolutely thrilled to secure Lachie Weller,” he told goldcoastfc.com.au.

"Lachie will play a major role for our club going forward and will have an immediate impact on our team."

"Having spent a number of years in our talent academy we know him and what he can do incredibly well."

"It's great to be in a position to welcome a Gold Coast local back to our football club.”