The Swans released a statement confirming that 27‑year‑old Amartey has formally requested a move to Carlton, and that the Blues have offered the unrestricted free agent a five‑year deal, which he has accepted.
Amartey played 15 games for Sydney this season but was omitted from the side late in the campaign and did not feature in the finals series, prompting the forward to seek a fresh start.
Drafted with pick No. 28 in the 2018 rookie draft, Amartey has logged 76 games and kicked 114 goals for the Swans since his debut, establishing himself as a strong marking forward.
His arrival fills the void left by Charlie Curnow, who was traded to Sydney a year ago after a two‑time Coleman Medal haul and a season as the competition’s leading goal‑scorer.
At Carlton, Amartey will join a forward line that already includes Harry McKay, who booted 35 goals this year, Brodie Kemp with 39, and Mitch McGovern with 34, giving the Blues a high‑marking target up forward.
The Blues have also been reshaping their list, cutting 11 players ahead of the 2026 roster, while indicating that the Camporeale brothers may be offered train‑on opportunities; meanwhile, Nick Blakey is reportedly considering a trade after serving a club‑imposed suspension.
The AFL will confirm the appropriate free‑agency compensation for the Swans during the trade and free‑agency period in October.