THE WESTERN Bulldogs have got back into this year's draft after orchestrating a pick swap with Brisbane in the final hour of the 2026 trade period.
The Bulldogs' top pick heading into the final hour was pick 55, which would not have been enough as they look to match a bid on NGA prospect Khaled El Souki at the draft next month.
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But the deal with the Lions has seen them land picks 42 and 53 in this year's draft, while they have moved out their second-round pick next season to Brisbane.
El Souki, who is of Lebanese descent, is a crafty small forward who impressed for the Western Jets in the Talent League.
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