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<\/p>\nNick Daicos\u2019 management says it\u2019s open to holding talks with Tasmania.<\/p>\n
Plus, the two new All-Australian selectors have been confirmed by the AFL, while North Melbourne\u2019s president has responded to calls for change at board level at the club. <\/p>\n
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Watch the 2026 AFL pre-season match sims and AAMI Community Series LIVE and ad-break free during play on FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1<\/a>.<\/p>\n THREE NEW ALL-AUS SELECTORS LOCKED IN<\/p>\n Luke Hodge, Joel Selwood and David Mundy are the three newest All-Australian selectors, the AFL confirmed on Thursday. <\/p>\n The trio, who\u2019ve won eight premierships between them, replace the departed Nathan Buckley, Matthew Pavlich and Josh Mahoney. <\/p>\n \u201cLuke, David and Joel are three of the most respected figures in the modern game,\u201d Dillon said.<\/p>\n \u201cThey all enjoyed decorated playing careers, and we are delighted to have people of their experience, leadership and credibility on the panel \u2013 all essential traits in helping select the best players and team for the 2026 season. <\/p>\n \u201cOn behalf of the AFL, I would like to thank Nathan, Matthew and Josh for their dedication and service as All-Australian selectors.\u201d<\/p>\n The 2026 All-Australian selection panel now comprises Andrew Dillon (Chair), Eddie Betts, Jude Bolton, Kane Cornes, Luke Hodge, Abbey Holmes, Glen Jakovich, Laura Kane, David Mundy, Joel Selwood and Greg Swann. <\/p>\n Kelly plays down Neale injury | 05:14<\/p>\n DAICOS\u2019 MANAGEMENT OPEN TO TASSIE TALKS<\/p>\n Nick Daicos\u2019 management has admitted it\u2019d be \u201cnegligent\u201d not to hold talks with Tasmania about the rising superstar. <\/p>\n Daicos is contracted with Collingwood until 2029 \u2014 a year after the Devils are set to enter the AFL. <\/p>\n But the 23-year old has already been linked to the AFL\u2019s incoming 19th club including Daicos himself saying he\u2019d be open to rival offers when he becomes a free agent after the 2029 season. <\/p>\n Paul Connors of CDG Sports Management, who look after Daicos, also didn\u2019t rule out the possibility of meeting with Tassie.<\/p>\n \u201cRobbie (D\u2019Orazio) manages him personally, but it would be remiss of us as a company not to sit down with Tassie and see what they would think,\u201d Connors told AFL.com.au\u2019s <\/a>Gettable<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cI think Nick\u2019s the best player in the competition, he\u2019s a leader, he\u2019s an outstanding person, so if you were Todd Patterson you\u2019d be remiss if you didn\u2019t want to have a conversation with Robbie at some stage.\u201d <\/p>\n Asked if his company would be open to speaking with Tassie about Daicos, Connors said: \u201cI think so. You\u2019d have to be. It would be negligent not to.\u201d<\/p>\n Connors was in Hobart this week for Tassie\u2019s showcase to player agencies as part of their pitch to lure stars.<\/p>\n The Devils will have a $5 million sign-on bonus outside the salary cap to use over their first two years. <\/p>\n Jagga Smith praised after pre-season win | 07:06<\/p>\n ROOS PRESIDENT RESPONDS TO CALLS FOR BOARD CHANGES<\/p>\n There\u2019s reportedly calls from North Melbourne members for change at board level.<\/p>\n