Carlton’s Lachie Henderson has this morning told his teammates that he has requested a trade after 102 games in the navy blue.



Henderson, who is out of contract at the end of the season and not a free agent, wants to find a fresh start at another football club.



Given his intentions, Henderson, his management and Carlton have agreed that it’s in the best interests of all parties that he won’t play out the season.



Carlton’s Head of Football Andrew McKay says the club will investigate its trade options to find the best possible deal.



“We are obviously disappointed with Lachie’s decision to request a trade but we want people who yearn to play for our Carlton jumper – and who will accept the responsibility that comes with it,” McKay said.



“In consultation with our playing leadership group, it was decided it’s in the best interests of the Club that Lachie sits out of the remaining three games this season.



“This will allow further opportunity to see how some of our younger players continue to perform at the AFL level.



“Our list management team now has a duty to our Carlton members to get the best possible deal in return for Lachie through the AFL trade period.”