Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera breaks record for AFL contract | SBS NITV
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has turned his back on a return to SA and re-signed with St Kilda.
www.sbs.com.auHere’s the latest I can share based on public reporting up to mid-2025:
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Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera reportedly signed a contract extension with St Kilda, making him one of AFL’s highest-paid players. Reports at the time indicated the Saints boosted the deal to a two-year extension reportedly worth around $2 million per season, a historic figure in the league. The extension was presented as keeping him in red, white and black through the end of 2027, with SA clubs having been strong bidders prior to the commitment.[1][3][5]
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Leading commentary framed the move as a landmark decision for the league’s salary landscape, noting he became the first AFL player to earn about $2 million per season under the terms agreed with St Kilda. The broader context described rival Adelaide clubs' pursuit and the Saints’ ability to retain their young star long term.[3][4][5]
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There was also coverage highlighting the contract's significance for the Saints’ premiership window and for Ross Lyon’s long-term plan, with mentions that Wanganeen-Milera’s commitment was seen as pivotal for the club’s on-field performance and culture.[2][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most up-to-date sources and summarize any new developments, or provide a quick table of timelines and key figures from the reports. Also, I can monitor for any official club announcements or AFL confirmations and cite them directly.