Star AFL forward King re-signs with Suns

The 202cm forward will miss the entire AFL campaign this year as he recovers from a torn ACL suffered last month.

However, the talented goal-kicker remaining on the Gold Coast is promising news for a club that has often been unable to retain their best young talent.

Ever since King was drafted by the Suns with the No.6 pick in 2018, there has been speculation he would eventually play with twin brother Max at St Kilda.

King booted a career-high 47 goals last year, including a bag of five in a big win over Sydney in round six.

Gold Coast finished 16th last season, with pressure increasing on coach Stuart Dew as Alastair Clarkson presence looms large with the four-time premiership mentor likely to return to an AFL club next year.