Bailey Smith before the Western Bulldogs' clash with Essendon in round five, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

WESTERN Bulldogs gun Bailey Smith has officially requested a trade to Geelong, according to AFL.com.au's Cal Twomey.

The 23-year-old is coming out of contract and has long been linked with a move to the Cats, with his decision coming on Wednesday.

Smith missed the 2024 campaign after suffering an ACL injury during the pre-season.

He has played 103 games for the Bulldogs since being drafted with pick No.7 in 2018.

Just how the Cats get a deal done for Smith remains to be seen.

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Another gun Dog, Jack Macrae, has also requested a trade, with the midfielder wanting to join St Kilda.