Brisbane Lions receive huge finals boost as key forward Logan Morris commits to club

The Lions have signed another one of their in-demand stars to a new deal, with All-Australian forward Logan Morris extending his stay in Brisbane until at least the end of 2029.

Having last week announced the retention of Zac Bailey until 2034 and veteran Dayne Zorko for another season, the Lions on Tuesday confirmed that Morris – who was already under contract for 2027 – had signed for two more years.

Already a winner of two premierships with the Lions at the age of just 21, Morris has kicked 67 goals in 24 appearances this season and is poised to play a key role in Brisbane’s bid to beat Hawthorn in Saturday night’s preliminary final at the MCG.

Having been linked with a move to new club Tasmania, Morris last week ruled out joining the Devils.

There was also speculation that a host of Melbourne clubs were interested in luring the Victorian product back to his home state.

However, Morris has committed to the Lions, who picked him at No.31 in the 2023 national draft.

“I’m happy with where I am and the team I’m playing in, so it was a no-brainer to sign up for another couple years,” he said.

“I was lucky enough to join here three years ago, and I think I joined at a lucky time where the club was in a good space.

“Now that I’ve been here for a few years, I can see that this club is in a good environment.

“I just come into this club every day with a smile on my face, knowing that I can have fun but also get to work

Morris’ re-signing is huge confidence boost for the Lions ahead of this weekend’s battle with the Hawks, who stand in the way of Brisbane reaching a fourth successive grand final.

Morris kicked four goals when Brisbane thrashed Hawthorn by 67 points at the Gabba last month.

“Our brotherhood shows up on the big stage, so hopefully we can get it done (on Saturday night),” he said.

Morris quashed any concerns about his fitness after failing to finish Brisbane’s game against the Crows because of a corked calf.