Brisbane Roar has recently addressed the ongoing discussions surrounding the sell-on fee agreement with Colorado Rapids concerning Lucas Herrington. The club has expressed the importance of transparency in this matter and aims to provide clarity on the situation.

The conversation began when Colorado Rapids approached Brisbane Roar with a proposal to buy out the sell-on percentage the club held on Lucas Herrington, which was based on an increased valuation. The club's ownership group reviewed the proposal, leading to negotiations that ultimately resulted in an agreement.

However, the media coverage has often overlooked a crucial aspect: how Brisbane Roar came to hold such a valuable sell-on stake in the first place. Lucas Herrington was not merely purchased; he was identified and developed through the Football Queensland pathway, receiving support from the club that enabled him to transition into professional football.

Brisbane Roar played a significant role in Lucas's development, helping him build his value to the point where international clubs showed interest after he had played fewer than 15 professional matches. His transfer to Colorado Rapids marked a record for the club, and the inclusion of a sell-on fee in the deal was a strategic move to protect the investment made in his development.

In total, Lucas Herrington's transfer has generated over AUD$1.5 million for Brisbane Roar. This success is part of a broader trend, as the club has developed and sold players for a total of more than AUD$3 million in transfer fees over the past three years. In contrast, the club earned only around AUD$500,000 throughout its entire history before this period.

The club's strategy focuses on identifying and nurturing Queensland talent, providing them with a professional platform, and structuring deals that allow the club to benefit from players' future successes. This approach has proven successful, and Brisbane Roar is committed to continuing this model for years to come.

Brisbane Roar takes pride in Lucas Herrington's achievements and wishes him the best in his upcoming World Cup Round of 32 match against Egypt with the CommBank Socceroos.