The first bounce of the 2025 finals series is yet to hit the turf, but for those clubs not playing this September, their full attention turns towards the October trade period.

And with the player movement window now just a month away, we’re getting a proper picture of which players are on their way out, and which will go around again at their current clubs.

Foxfooty.com.au analyses the trade and contract state of play at every AFL club.

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ADELAIDE CROWS

Players that could leave

The main Crow facing uncertain future beyond 2025 was Reilly O’Brien, prior to the ruckman signing a three-year extension, while Matt Crouch will retire at season’s end. It leaves Taylor Walker as the only big name still without a deal, but the veteran forward’s impeccable form suggests he’ll go round again. Jordon Butts is somewhat on the outer after getting forced out of Matthew Nicks’ back six, so it’s possible a rival club could make a play for the key defender.

Players that could arrive

While O’Brien is staying at West Lakes, Adelaide is still trying to secure Bombers free agent Sam Draper, who’s also being courted by Brisbane. Draper is from South Australia and would be the perfect long-term ruck for the Crows in a period they’re primed to contend for flags. Adelaide has also been linked to out-of-contract Lions forward Callum Ah Chee. And after missing out on Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, could the Crows increase their offer to Ah Chee? Or will they look to other targets?

Who’s already gone

Matt Crouch (retired)

Draft picks (after Round 24)

18, 41, 49, 54, 67, 72

Walker to play 300th game in finals | 02:57

BRISBANE LIONS

Players that could leave

We know how hard it is to keep premiership teams together. And the Lions are no different as their stars consider lucrative offers at rival clubs, with Brandon Starcevich and Callum Ah Chee both weighing up their options. Starcevich is a free agent and the West Australian has interest from West Coast. The reliable defender has a history of concussions, so you could understand why Brisbane would be hesitant to offer him a massive deal, but it’d be awfully bold to cross from a flag contender (and potential back-to-back premier) to the wooden spooner. Meanwhile Ah Chee has been linked to Adelaide and West Coast and clearly deserves a raise after emerging as a key cog in Chris Fagan’s front six including a huge 2024 finals series. The Lions will also need to match a bid on potential top five Academy prospect Daniel Annable.

Players that could arrive

In a scary prospect for the rest of the league, the Lions are set to get even stronger this off-season. Oscar Allen is set to join the club as a free agent to help fill the Joe Daniher void, despite Brisbane showing it can still be extremely potent up forward with just Logan Morris and Eric Hipwood as its key targets. The Lions are also the favourites to secure Bombers free agent Sam Draper, with the ruckman still considering his future and offer from Essendon and Adelaide. Given Draper would be the clear No. 1 ruck at Brisbane as a successor for Oscar McInerney, it’s the most obvious fit for the 26-year-old. On Sunday it emerged another Bomber, Jordan Ridley, is keen to move north due to Queensland links and frustration with how the club has handled his body. He could be yet another injury rescue case for the Lions.

Who’s already gone

TBC

Allen informs Eagles of 2026 exit | 00:28

Draft picks (after Round 24)

16, 37, 40, 46, 48, 61, 70

CARLTON

Players that could leave

The big one, clearly, is Charlie Curnow after the superstar forward asked to be traded at his exit interview. Sydney and Geelong are seen as the most likely landing spots, but striking a deal would be complex, with Curnow under contract until 2029. Reports have stated the Blues would only do a deal for an absolute A-grader, like Errol Gulden, Isaac Heeney or Chad Warner or Max Holmes. But that seems highly unlikely, so there’s clearly a lot of water to go under the bridge still. Brodie Kemp,Jesse Motlop, Mitch McGovern and Nick Haynes are all waiting on new deals. With Carlton’s defence losing some soldiers after Jack Silvagni’s departureand Harry O’Farrell’s ACL blow, you’d think the likes of Kemp, McGovern and Haynes would be required.

Players that could arrive

The Blues are among the clubs circling Suns small forward Malcolm Rosas, who looks certain to depart Gold Coast. And it makes sense for Carlton given the the need for Michael Voss’ side to upgrade its small forward stocks, not that Rosas has proven himself yet. Carlton is reportedly targeting another Sun, Sam Flanders, who’s likely to consider move back to a Victorian club after Gold Coast’s finals campaign. Flanders could add a different element to Carlton’s relatively one-paced midfield or even play across halfback. Delisted Eagles speedster Jack Petruccelle is also believed on Carlton’s radar, which could add some needed run to Voss’ side. Hawthorn’s Ned Reeves and Fremantle Liam Reidy have been linked to the Blues as potential ruck reinforcements after Tom De Koning’s exit, though Marc Pittonet could be the No. 1 option. Of course, arguably the Blues’ biggest priority is matching a bid on father-son defender Harry Dean, who could’ve a top 10 pick in the November draft.

Who’s already gone

Sam Docherty (retired), Tom De Koning (free agency), Jack Silvagni (free agency), Orazio Fantasia, Alex Cincotta, Harry Lemmey

Draft picks (after Round 24)

34, 44, 62, compensation picks for De Koning, Silvagni

Curnow tells Carlton he wants to leave | 03:14

COLLINGWOOD

Players that could leave

The big story all year is how many of their veterans will get new deals for 2026. Scott Pendlebury, Steele Sidebottom and Jeremy Howe have all officially put pen to paper. But the club’s two leading goalkickers in 2025, Jamie Elliott, 33, and Brody Mihocek, 32, remain unsigned after talks have dragged on. Elliott has had a two-year offer on the table after a career-best season that saw him nearly claim his first All-Australian blazer. The small forward spent part of his childhood in Queensland and previously had interest from Brisbane. Meanwhile Mihocek has been sitting on a one-year offer, with the key forward seen as gettable if a rival club tables a multi-year deal. You’d still think it’s most likely that both Elliott and Mihocek stay. There’s a level of uncertainty around Bobby Hill’s future after personal issues have disrupted the second half of the small forward’s season, despite Hill signing a four-year extension earlier this year. Billy Frampton is still curiously waiting on a new deal, while Tom Mitchell and Mason Cox are also currently uncontracted for 2026.

Players that could arrive

A year after missing out on bringing back Mark Keane, the Pies are now chasing Jack Silvagni in a link that will feel very wrong for Blues fans. Collingwood is clearly trying to replenish its defensive stocks with Jeremy Howe in the twilight of his career and having never really replaced Nathan Murphy after his sudden medical retirement two years ago. Collingwood was also a keen suitor for Matt Rowell, prior to the Suns star midfielder re-signing, so the club is clearly trying to add star-power next to Nick Daicos. However, the Pies don’t have their first-round pick, so they’d need to continue to dabble in their future first-rounders if they go big fish hunting. Ben King is also reportedly on Collingwood’s radar, but a play for the star Suns forward appears more likely next year, when he’s a free agent.

Who’s already gone

Will Hoskin-Elliott (retired)

Draft picks (after Round 24)

33, 51, 64, 69

Nick Daicos wins AFL players’ MVP 2025 | 04:13

ESSENDON

Players that could leave

Sam Draper’s impending decision on his future is the most significant call for Essendon’s off-season. The gun ruckman, who played just five games in 2025 due to an Achilles injury, has interest from contenders Adelaide and Brisbane, with all signs pointing to Draper exiting Tullamarine. It would at least net Essendon another first-round pick to further bolster the club’s hand of two top five selections. You sense Draper’s decision could dictate whether veteran ruckman Todd Goldstein is given another deal after Nick Bryan and Vigo Visentini signed on. Ben Hobbs, Jayden Laverde and Will Setterfield are also uncontracted for 2026, while Elijah Tsatas is expected to assess his options after limited senior opportunities. There was talk some key players could be frustrated with the club’s injury woes to the point of considering walking out, and on Sunday it emerged Jordan Ridley is keen to join Brisbane due to Queensland links and frustration with how the club has handled his body. The Bombers have said no, and he’s contracted for a while yet, but it’s a sign of how bad the situation has gotten at Tullamarine.

Players that could arrive

Eagles high-flyer Liam Ryan and Saints emerging on-baller Marcus Windhager were two players reportedly in the Bombers’ sights. But Ryan looks likely to head to St Kilda, while the Saints also appear to be in the box seat to retain Windhager after increasing its offer amid interest from multiple clubs. Given the Bombers could have three first-rounders, the club will no doubt assess the trade market and see if it can add more A-grade talent. But Essendon could just as easily go to the draft and keep bolstering its young nucleus with more high-end young guns. North Melbourne’s former Pick 4 Zane Duursmahas also been touted as as a potential option for the Bombers, given the link to older brother Xavier.

Who’s already gone

Dylan Shiel

Draft picks (after Round 24)

4, 5, 22, 25

Scott disappointed in bombers final game | 10:16

FREMANTLE

Players that could leave

Will we see the Dockers’ ruck pairing get split up? There’s been trade rumours surrounding both Luke Jackson and Sean Darcy throughout the season in a potential watch this trade period. More recently, Carlton was linked to Liam Reidy as the Blues search for a replacement for Tom De Koning. Out-of-contract youngster Neil Erasmus has interest from the Western Bulldogs, but the former Pick 10 has started to consolidate a spot in the Dockers’ 23. Meanwhile Will Brodie has been mentioned as a potential target for rival clubs looking to add midfield depth, with the 27-year old falling out of favour in Justin Longmuir’s side.

Players that could arrive

The big one the Dockers were trying to add was Kysaiah Pickett, but the Demons star signed a mega seven-year extension earlier this year. The Dockers could make a play for Jai Serong, younger brother of Caleb, after the Hawks defender struggled for senior opportunities following the arrivals of Josh Battle and Tom Barrass. Collingwood’s Ed Allan could be another option if the former Pick 19 was keen to explore a move back to his home state, despite a career-best 13 games in 2025.

Who’s already gone

Nat Fyfe (retiring at season’s end), Michael Walters (retired), Quinton Narkle (retired)

Draft picks (after Round 24)

13, 31, 38, 49, 67

Dockers down Dogs to book finals footy | 02:27

GEELONG CATS

Players that could leave

The Cats don’t lose many. And they don’t appear to have any big names on the out. Rival clubs are reportedly eyeing fringe forward Ted Clohesy as one of 11 Cats out of contract. That list includes Rhys Stanley, who keeps on keeping on at age 34, and his future could be tied to whether or not the Cats acquire an established ruckman on the trade market. Cam Guthrie, who’s been marred by injuries in recent years, Mitch Knevitt and Jed Bews are also waiting on new deals.

Players that could arrive

It looks likely that Chris Scott’s side will acquire Hawthorn’s James Worpel as a free agent to help beef up its midfield. And it’s a big win considering Worpel would cost nothing in a trade sense. The Cats, along with Sydney, are in the mix for Charlie Curnow in a move that could really blow up the trade period. But getting a deal done for Curnow would clearly be problematic, particularly given Geelong’s first-rounders are naturally less valuable when the club consistently makes the top four. The Cats loom as the most likely home for Rowan Marshall if he opts to depart Moorabbin, which could be a great get and a nice upgrade on Stanley. Geelong would be cautious about dealing future picks, though, if they want to keep their powder dry for Zak Butters, who appears a live trade option next year. And you couldn’t rule out Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, given the Cats’ impressive track record in turning careers around, with arguably the best club culture in the league.

Who’s already gone

Mitch Duncan (retired)

Draft picks (after Round 24)

17, 35, 53, 71

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GOLD COAST SUNS

Players that could leave

The two to watch are Sam Flanders and Malcolm Rosas. Flanders is weighing up his options and a return to Victoria for a bigger role elsewhere after he’s been forced to play more across half-forward this year in Damien Hardwick’s side. Flanders, 24, still has two years to run on his deal and would have interest from multiple clubs, with St Kilda and Carlton among them. Meanwhile, Rosas is all but certain to depart amid interest from several teams, including Sydney and Richmond. One man who won’t be leaving is Matt Rowell after the star midfielder rejected rival interest to pen a two-year extension in a huge coup for the Suns.

Players that could arrive

Charlie Curnow has been linked to the Suns, but he doesn’t make a lot of sense given they’re already stacked with key forwards. Gold Coast is reportedly in the market for a small forward in a role Damien Hardwick was well represented in during his glory years at the Tigers… but who’s out there? It’s believed they have interest in Collingwood duo Beau McCreery and Jamie Elliott. Elliott might be the more realistic target after the veteran’s contract talks have stalled after a career-best season, while the premiership goalkicker has family links to Queensland. If not, developing Jake Rogers and Leo Lombard as small forwards might be the answer over spending draft capital on players that might not even help them. The priority for the Suns, who have two first-round picks, should be ensuring they have points to match draft bids on highly-rated Academy prospects Zeke Uwland, the likely No. 1 pick, and Dylan Patterson.

Who’s already gone

TBC

Draft picks (after Round 24)

6, 12, 15, 30, 56, 66

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GWS GIANTS

Players that could leave

Not the usual catalogue of stars or gun role players that seem to be exploring trades every year. Former Pick 15 Leek Aleer looks all but gone for a bigger deal and more senior opportunities at St Kilda. Though Aleer has gotten more opportunities this year, he’s not a best 23 lock anyway and still stuck behind others in Adam Kingsley’s star-studded defence. Meanwhile, out-of-contract fringe Giants Wade Derksen (Melbourne), Jacob Wehr and Josh Fahey (both Port Adelaide) look likely to seek moves to rival clubs. The potential loss of Derksen, who tried to get to the Demons last year, would be less than ideal, given the forward-turned-defender is good insurance for Aleer’s departure.

Players that could arrive

The Giants aren’t usually big players on the trade table. Their priority would likely be bolstering their defensive stocks, given Aleer and Derksen are expected to depart, with low-cost options. Essendon’s Jayden Laverde, Sydney’s Joel Hamling, Hawthorn’s Sam Frost and Richmond’s Jacob Koschitzke are names reportedly on GWS’ whiteboard to bring into the fold. Kingsley’s side would love more midfield depth, so the likes of Marcus Windhager, if he’s still gettable, or Bombers duoElijah Tsatas and Ben Hobbs could make sense. But finding additional on-ball options is more likely to come from within, particularly given the Giants don’t have much wiggle room in their salary cap.

Who’s already gone

Callan Ward (retired)

Hogan racing the clock for finals clash | 01:35

Draft picks (after Round 24)

14, 32, 36

HAWTHORN

Players that could leave

The Hawks didn’t have many players coming out of contract coming into the 2025 season, with only seven players unsigned heading into finals. That number of seven excludes Luke Breust, who announced in mid-August that this would be his 17th and final year on an AFL list. Inside midfielder James Worpel has been weighing up a four-year deal from Geelong for a while now, and it looks more and more likely he’ll jump ship at season’s end in favour of the Cats. The young trio of Sam Butler, Jai Serong and Seamus Mitchell all remained unsigned, and given their limited time in the senior side this year, are far from a certainty to be retained. As first reported by foxfooty.com.au back in May, Fremantle has been linked to Serong and could swoop on the brother of their co-vice-captain should the Hawks opt to part ways with him. Given the talents of Butler and Mitchell are also similarly strong, expect rival clubs to also enquire about their services in due course. Having only featured twice this season in Opening Round and Round 1 — both times as the sub — Sam Frost looks increasingly likely to be let go, but that’s not to say rivals won’t look at acquiring the 32-year-old key defender.

Players that could arrive

Speculation suggested that West Coast’s Harley Reid would be who Hawthorn go after the hardest this off-season, until the 20-year-old signed a two-year extension to stay at the Eagles until the end of 2028. Reports suggest the Hawks’ war chest is at the ready to use on another rival instead, but that seems more likely to be utilised next off-season when the likes of Christian Petracca, Zak Butters and Sam Walsh are expected to come out of contract. Sam Mitchell’s side were very active in the 2024 trade period, but 12 months on, it may be in their best interests to try and land a big fish next season if it isn’t Petracca.

Who’s already gone

Luke Breust (retiring at season’s end)

Draft picks (after Round 24)

8, 26, 55, 65

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MELBOURNE

Players that could leave

All eyes will be on Steven May this trade period, who is understood to be a real chance of departing Melbourne this off-season due to either rival interest, or the club and him mutually agreeing it’s for the best. His star teammate Christian Petracca is expected to be heavily pursued by rival clubs such as Hawthorn. The Demons are yet to make a call on the futures of a number of their own, as around a dozen players remain out of contract. Charlie Spargo has emerged as the biggest player from that crop who could depart Melbourne for greater opportunity, with reported rival interest from North Melbourne. Young duo Judd McVee and Taj Woewodin remain unsigned, as interest from Western Australia remains live. The likes of Tom Fullarton and Marty Hore look at odds to be offered extensions, given the promise shown by the likes of Will Verrall and Oliver Sestan, who are without a deal. Veteran back-up ruck Tom Campbell didn’t play at all this season, but has given no reason as to why he shouldn’t be re-signed off the back of some excellent VFL form.

Players that could arrive

The Demons have been said to be in the race for unsigned Saint Marcus Windhager, although the likes of North Melbourne and GWS look far more likely to swoop in on him at this stage; should he depart Moorabbin. Also without a deal at St Kilda beyond 2025 is four-game ruck Max Heath, who Melbourne could also be in the running for. The retention and extension of Kysaiah Pickett in June will still feel like a recruit of sorts to some, such is his impact and stardom.

Who’s already gone

TBC

Draft picks (after Round 24)

23, 52, 29

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NORTH MELBOURNE

Players that could leave

Just over half a dozen Roos remain out of contract at Arden Street, after a quartet of young players were delisted in the week after their season came to a close. There are arguments in favour of almost all as to why they should be retained, with Cooper Harvey and Finnbar Maley at the top of that list. Ruck Callum Coleman-Jones has had a wretched run with injury, but looks likely to still earn a one-year deal. Trade interest has previously been floated around Will Phillips, but rival clubs may wait and see whether he is delisted first.

Players that could arrive

A five-year deal is on the table for uncontracted Saint Marcus Windhager, but there are no guarantees he’ll take up the enticing offer. Given their light key defensive stocks, surprise remains around their lack of interest — at least publicly — in GWS’ Leek Aleer, who would bolster their depth notably if recruited. The Roos should still have a considerable amount of money to splash on rival players, and given the plethora of midfielders on their list, surely they look towards a heist on a key position player at either end of the ground.

Who’s already gone

Eddie Ford, Kallan Dawson, Brynn Teakle, Miller Bergman

Draft picks (after Round 24)

20, 21, 39, 57

Trembath form rewarded with new contract | 00:22

PORT ADELAIDE

Players that could leave

The Power have already made a serious number of list changes this season, after making six delistings to go with their three retirements. It now means only two players remain out of contract, with both Ewan Mackinlay and Harrison Ramm yet to sign into 2026. The duo have impressed since being picked up in May’s mid-season draft, and look likely to go around again. In terms of contracted players who could leave, it’s all eyes on Zak Butters… until next season, when he comes out of contract. The 24-year-old superstar has emphatically confirmed he will be at Alberton in 2026, but beyond then, it remains to be seen.

Players that could arrive

Josh Carr’s club has been linked to forgotten Fremantle on-baller Will Brodie, who astonishingly hasn’t played at AFL level since Round 6, 2023. While signed at the Dockers until the end of next year, you can’t imagine they would get in the way of any trade. Given the retirement of Willie Rioli and delisting of a number of small forwards, the Power are getting aggressive behind closed doors for a small forward — reflected in their interest in Collingwood gun Beau McCreery. Loose interest in out-of-contract Giant Jacob Wehr has also been reported, and could ramp up once GWS’ season ends. Don’t be surprised either if Port take a liking to delisted Blue Harry Lemmey, who hails from South Australia and showed serious promise at VFL level this season before being cut.

Who’s already gone

Travis Boak (retired), Willie Rioli (retired), Rory Atkins (retired), Ryan Burton, Jeremy Finlayson, Jed McEntee, Hugh Jackson, Dylan Williams, Lachie Charleson

Draft picks (after Round 24)

24, 42, 60

RICHMOND

Players that could leave

Having already farewelled dual premiership cult hero Kamdyn McIntosh and the oft-injured Jacob Bauer and Mate Colina, Richmond has seven players still without a contract for next year: midseason draftees Campbell Gray and Jacob Blight, Kaleb Smith, Ollie Hayes-Brown, Thomson Dow, Tylar Young and Tyler Sonsie. Gray, who showed promise as a swingman but had his year cruelled by a knee injury, should get another deal, but Blight — who was unable to hold down a consistent spot in the senior side — might end up one of the unlucky ones. Smith played a few games in the seniors as a distributing small defender but couldn’t keep his spot, while Hayes-Brown was thought to have been on the cusp of an AFL debut late in the year. As for Dow, Young and Sonsie, each have probably shown enough to warrant new short-term deals. Dow was having a career year as a best-23 midfielder before a kneecap injury ended his season, Young was able to return after recovering from his ACL injury and flashed signs he’d improved as an intercepting key defender, while Sonsie — while he still has flaws in the contested aspect of the game — improved as the year went on. Premiership midfielder Dion Prestia penned a one-year deal to extend his career into a 16th season.

Players that could arrive

Richmond is highly unlikely to be a major player this October, but a rival player it has been consistently linked to in recent months is out-of-favour Gold Coast livewire Malcolm Rosas Jnr. The small forward was linked to a departure last year while still contracted, but now without a deal for 2026, he seems destined for a fresh start elsewhere, with the Tigers one of multiple reported suitors. With Steely Green and Maurice Rioli Jnr in and out of the senior side this year, and draftee Jasper Alger plying his trade in the reserves, the club is evidently in the market for more speed and depth in the forward half alongside the likes of Seth Campbell and highly-touted X-factor Taj Hotton. But with veterans Prestia and Tom Lynch signing on for another season, and the natural progression of their seven top draftees from last November, Richmond will likely hold off making many big moves. However, don’t be surprised if they take a couple of swings at rival fringe players or delisted talent this off-season.

Who’s already gone

Kamdyn McIntosh, Jacob Bauer, Mate Colina

Draft picks (after Round 24)

2, 3

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ST KILDA

Players that could leave

It was nearly Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, but the 22-year-old superstar signed on for two more years at Moorabbin in mid-August to give the club a wealth of confidence in their future. Now, all eyes are on Marcus Windhager, who has had genuine interest in a number of clubs like North Melbourne, Essendon, Melbourne and GWS — the latter of which was exclusively revealed by foxfooty.com.au. A four-year deal has now been put on the table for him to sign, and given his genuine want to stay at the Saints, it looks likely he’ll remain a Saint until the end of 2029. Four-game ruck Max Heath remains out of contract also, with reported interest from Melbourne. The futures of Arie Schoenmaker, Jack Carroll and Ryan Byrnes all hang in the balance, while veteran Zak Jones is no certainty to be retained.

Players that could arrive

Where do we start? After being the worst-kept secret this home-and-away season, Carlton star Tom De Koning is set to sign a lucrative eight-year deal at the Saints, worth around $1.75m a season. His long-time teammate Jack Silvagni, is now also suddenly in the frame to land at Moorabbin, as revealed by foxfooty.com.au. Premiership Eagle Liam Ryan has also told his club of a desire to move to Victoria, with St Kilda considered the frontrunner. Out-of-contract Giants defender Leek Aleer has long been linked to Moorabbin, but his situation looks likely to become clearer once GWS’ season ends. After foxfooty.com.au first reported in June of Victorian clubs monitoring Sam Flanders, noise around his future at Gold Coast continues to bubble away, with links since suggesting the Saints are also in the frame.

Who’s already gone

Jimmy Webster (retired), Zaine Cordy, Harry Boyd, Angus McLennan

Draft picks (after Round 24)

7, 43, 48

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SYDNEY SWANS

Players that could leave

After delisting a quartet of players, including 105-gamer Robbie Fox, a number of Swans are still in the dark over their playing future. Reserve ruck Peter Ladhams has been offered a two-year deal at the club, but has yet to sign on. Veteran Jake Lloyd, Dane Rampe and mid-season draftee Jack Buller look the likeliest of the other out-of-contract players to earn a new deal, while journeyman Joel Hamling may have played his last game as a Swan.

Players that could arrive

Nearly 12 months ago, we said that Sydney’s decision not to recruit after losing last year’s Grand Final could come back to bite them. And while injuries had a fair say on their season, it’s clear there is a gaping hole still at both ends of the ground; particularly up forward. Charlie Curnow is by far the biggest fish linked to the Swans, but so much water needs to go under the bridge before even a serious chance of him leaving Carlton. Can Dean Cox’s club nab a veteran key defender like Steven May, Liam Jones or Sam Frost? Unsigned Hawk Jai Serong should also be one the Swans are keeping an eye on for their back half.

Who’s already gone

Robbie Fox, Caleb Mitchell, Ben Paton, Indhi Kirk

Draft picks (after Round 24)

9, 27, 45, 63

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WEST COAST EAGLES

Players that could leave

Not Harley Reid! The 20-year-old signed a two-year extension that ties him to Lathlain until the end of 2028. Unfortunately for the club, though, co-captain and restricted free agent Oscar Allen has told the team of his desire to play elsewhere and is set to join Brisbane in the off-season. Premiership Eagle Liam Ryan has also indicated his desire to leave West Coast, with Victoria in his sights. Having already delisted three players and with three more retiring, there shouldn’t be too many more list changes at the Eagles. 2021 first-round draft pick Campbell Chesser showed promise at the back end of the season and should have done enough to secure a one-year extension.

Players that could arrive

Still number one on West Coast’s list is premiership Lion Brandon Starcevich, who is yet to re-sign at Brisbane heading into their finals campaign. Across town, Fremantle midfielder Neil Erasmus is also contemplating his future at the Eagles, having not yet signed their three-year deal on offer. Noise on a move for St Kilda skipper Jack Steele has simmered for now, but he would absolutely be the kind of acquisition Andrew McQualter’s side could use in the midfield going forward. A look at fringe midfielders such as North Melbourne’s Will Phillips or Essendon duo Elijah Tsatas and Ben Hobbs could be worthwhile, while Deven Robertson from Brisbane has long been linked to the gold and royal blue.

Who’s already gone

Jeremy McGovern (medically retired), Dom Sheed (retired), Jayden Hunt (retired), Jack Petruccelle, Loch Rawlinson, Callum Jamieson

Draft picks (after Round 24)

1, 11, 19, 29, 47

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WESTERN BULLDOGS

Players that could leave

A number of long-time Bulldogs remain out of contract for 2026, most namely Adam Treloar, who only 12 months ago was an All-Australian. His soft tissue injuries have cruelled him this year, but it would be truly mind-boggling for Luke Beveridge’s side not to offer him a deal for next season. Veterans Jason Johannisen and Liam Jones are no guarantee to go around again, nor are Oskar Baker and Anthony Scott. There aren’t too many Dogs in contract that look likely to be lured out of the Kennel, but Jamarra Ugle-Hagan looks incredibly unlikely to be listed with the club given his ongoing personal issues and links to a fresh start elsewhere.

Players that could arrive

The Western Bulldogs have been linked to a number of players this off-season, predominantly in the form of key defenders. All of Steven May, Jake Lever and Jack Silvagni could help fill a void for Luke Beveridge’s leaky outfit, with the latter tipped as the most likely to join the Dogs at this stage. Fringe Docker Neil Erasmus has been touted as a potential recruit also, however, they’ll need to contend with his current club and their cross-town rival West Coast for his services. A serious tilt for Power superstar Zak Butters will come next season.

Who’s already gone

Taylor Duryea (retired)

Draft picks (after Round 24)

10, 28

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