AFL trade news, rumours, updates LIVE: Petracca and Oliver find new homes

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The 2025 AFL season is over and we are already into the silly season.

Which players will your club trade?

Who will they get rid of?

AllSportsPeople tracks all the latest trade and free agency saga.

JUMP TO: Callum Ah Chee | Leek AleerBen AinsworthZac Bailey | Zak ButtersCharlie CurnowJordan De GoeySam DraperJamie ElliottBrayden FioriniSam Flanders | Ollie FlorentWill HaywardBailey HumphreyChangkuoth JiathJayden Laverde | Rowan MarshallSteven May | Cam McKenzieJudd McVeeZach Merrett | Brody Mihocek | Clayton OliverChristian Petracca | Malcolm Rosas JnrJames Rowbottom | Liam Ryan | Ryley SandersJy Simpkin | Brandon Starcevich | Jack SteeleJamarra Ugle-Hagan | Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera | Callum Wilkie | James Worpel

Zach Merrett trade news, rumours

Interested:  Hawthorn

Hawthorn unable to satisfy Essendon

October 15

Essendon captain Zach Merrett wasn't traded to Hawthorn in the most dramatic circumstances, with the teams not being able to come together and sort out a trade, with the Bombers rejecting three first-round picks.

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Merrett's agent gives update on Hawks trade

October 15

Time is ticking on Zach Merrett's desire to get to Hawthorn, and his manager has swung for the fences as the countdown to trade deadline heats up.

On Tuesday night, Hawthorn presented Essendon with a significant offer in an effort to tempt the Bombers, but as of now the Dons have held firm that he will remain at Tullamarine.

In response, Merrett's manager, Tom Petroro, provided an honest update on where things stand in negotiations.

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Rowan Marshall trade news, rumours

Interested:  Geelong

Geelong and St Kilda find no mutual ground as Marshall stays at Moorabbin

October 15

St Kilda ruckman Rowan Marshall requested a trade to Geelong, but couldn't end up at the Cats as the Saints remained steadfast that they wouldn't trade him.

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Geelong, St Kilda set for Marshall showdown

October 15

Rowan Marshall still wants a trade to Geelong but talks with St Kilda have stalled heading into the final day of trade.

The Saints haven't commented publicly on the deal since CEO Carl Dilena's interview on October 10, where he claimed Marshall was likely to stay at St Kilda.

Cats list boss Andrew Mackie is hopeful a deal can be concluded with the club unlikely to snare Charlie Curnow.

Charlie Curnow trade news, rumours

Interested: Sydney, Geelong

Curnow finally finds his way to Sydney

October 15

Charlie Curnow has gotten his wish, and will be departing Carlton for Sydney in the dying moments of the trade period, according to AFL.com.au's  Riley Beveridge. 

The Blues will land three first-round picks and Will Hayward in return for Curnow.

The two-time Coleman medallist had been desperate to get out of Ikon Park, with Sydney, Geelong and Gold Coast all desirable landing spots for the 28-year-old. Ultimately, the Swans were able to satisfy Carlton the most.

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Sydney and Carlton agree separate deal for Ollie Florent

October 15

Rebound defender Ollie Florent had been included as part of a rejected trade offer to Carlton for Curnow, but the two clubs have now agreed a deal to send him to the Blues.

According to AFL.com.au's Riley Beveridge, the 27-year-old heads to Ikon Park in exchange for a future third-round pick.

A trade taking Ollie Florent to Carlton has been agreed independently to a trade for Charlie Curnow. The Blues will send the Swans a future third-round pick for Florent. @AFLcomau @traderadio

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The deal is expected to help facilitate the Curnow trade in one way or another, although it's not yet clear exactly how.

As far as the Swans are concerned, getting Florent's contract off their books, which currently runs through to end of 2029, will no doubt clear some cap space for Curnow.

And Carlton, in taking Florent off Sydney's hands, have got themselves a bargain in the form of a 184-gamer who has played in two grand finals.

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Christian Petracca trade news, rumours

Interested:  Adelaide, Gold Coast, Sydney

Melbourne land monster package from Gold Coast

October 15

In stark contrast to what they received for Clayton Oliver, fellow Melbourne premiership hero Christian Petracca is leaving the Demons for a hefty haul of three first-round picks, according to AFL.com.au's  Cal Twomey.

Petracca had officially requested a trade to the Suns weeks ago, but the two clubs only manufactured a deal in the final hours of the trade period.

It's believed there will be other picks included in the deal, with the Suns also needing draft capital to match bids on their academy selections.

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Jack Steele trade news, rumours

Interested:  Essendon, Melbourne

Saints captain departs for the Demons

October 15

In a somewhat surprising move, Jack Steele has officially been traded to Melbourne.

In a deal that happened only minutes after Clayton Oliver's trade, Steele will now end up at the Demons for a future third-round pick.

Steele had been told to explore his options by the Saints after handing in his captaincy, with the Demons emerging on the final day of the trade period as a potential destination.

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Clayton Oliver trade news, rumours

Interested:  GWS, Collingwood

Oliver officially joins the Giants

October 15

The Clayton Oliver era at Melbourne is officially over, with GWS swooping in to steal the 28-year-old for just a third-round pick.

A meeting a couple of weeks ago with new Melbourne senior coach Steven King set in motion Oliver's departure, with King telling the three-time All-Australian that his days as a member of Melbourne's midfielder might be numbered.

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Finnbar Maley trade news, rumours

North forward's surprise Adelaide move

October 15

North Melbourne youngster Finnbar Maley is headed for Adelaide after a surprise deadline day move. 

Maley had not been mentioned in trade discussions over the last few weeks, but will now land at the Crows along with pick 64 in this year's draft, in exchange for pick 57 and future fourth-round pick, according to AFL.com.au's  Riley Beveridge.

"Adelaide will get Maley and Pick 64 for Pick 57 and a 2026 fourth-round pick," Beveridge reported on  on Tuesday.

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Ollie Florent trade news, rumours

Florent joins Carlton, separate from Curnow

October 15

A trade has been agreed between Carlton and Sydney, but not the one everyone is waiting for.

While the two clubs haggle over a deal for star forward Charlie Curnow, rebounding defender Ollie Florent has reportedly been traded to the Blues in a separate deal.

According to AFL.com.au's Riley Beveridge, the 27-year-old heads to Ikon Park in exchange for a future third-round pick.

The deal is expected to help facilitate the Curnow trade in one way or another, although it's not yet clear exactly how.

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Changkuoth Jiath trade news, rumours

Interested:  Melbourne

Melbourne set to land Hawthorn speedster

Melbourne are set to land Hawthorn speedster Changkuoth Jiath on a three-year deal as new coach Steven King continues to overhaul the Demons' list.

It had emerged in recent days that Hawthorn were open to letting Jiath explore his options, and the Dees have seemingly wasted no time in getting their man.

"CJ has agreed to join Melbourne on a three-year deal, but a trade needs to be agreed, of course." Sam Edmund reported on X.

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Brayden Fiorini trade news, rumours

Interested:  Essendon

Fiorini traded to Essendon

October 14

The 28-year-old winger nominated the Bombers as his preferred home at the beginning of the trade period last week, with the Dons exchanging a future 2026 third round selection for his signature.
 
Although Fiorini entered this off-season as an unrestricted free agent, the Essendon opted to secure his services via trade, as to hold onto their compensation pick from Sam Draper’s departure. 

Jordan De Goey trade news, rumours

Interested:  Essendon, Hawthorn, St Kilda

Collingwood could trade De Goey

October 14

Collingwood will consider trading Jordan De Goey for the right price.

The Magpies are open to discussions about another home for the 29-year-old, as is the player, reports Tom Morris.

The report also states that St Kilda or Hawthorn are unlikely to make a play.

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera trade news, rumours

Interested:  Port Adelaide

Power make future vow for Saints gun

October 14

Port Adelaide list manager Jason Cripps says the club will be well prepared the next time St Kilda superstar Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera is out of contract at the end of 2027.

"We would all love to bring in A Grade talent. Nasiah is a South Australian", he said.

"We want to bring in homegrown talent, and we think we will be well prepared for when he is ready to make a decision next time."

Wanganeen-Milera signed a two-year deal with the Saints this year on a reported $2 million a year, which will expire at the end of the 2027 season.

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Will Hayward trade news, rumours

Interested:  Carlton

Will Hayward 'all but certain' to be a Blue next season

October 13

Will Hayward is now all but certain to be at Carlton next year, despite initially wanting to stay at the Swans reports SEN's Sam Edmund. 

Despite knocking back heavy interest from the Blues just 12 months ago, Hayward looks set to be a part of the Charlie Curnow trade this time around. 

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Hayward the key to unlocking Curnow's move to the Swans

October 11

Less than 18 months after turning down a six-year deal from Carlton, Will Hayward may find himself a Blue come 2026.

Hayward eventually knocked back their interest to remain at Sydney, but he could now prove to be the key to unlocking Curnow's move to the Swans.

Albeit, Hayward might not be as keen to swap places with the two-time Coleman medallist as Curnow is, according to AFL.com.au's  Cal Twomey.

"Will Hayward has been raised in trade discussions but has been reluctant to this point to be involved in any trade. He strongly considered the Blues last year before re-signing at the Swans," Twomey reported on  on Saturday.

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Cameron McKenzie trade news, rumours

Interested:  Essendon, St Kilda

McKenzie will not be a part of Merrett trade

October 13

Fringe Hawthorn midfielder Cam McKenzie will not be included as a part of any trade for Zach Merrett.

McKenzie's camp hasn't considered any avenues or engaged in communication to leave the Hawks, according to Fox Footy.

Hawthorn list boss Mark McKenzie was also resolute about McKenzie's future at the Hawks.

“I think we’ve had our position (clear) with Cam a few weeks ago when it came up. We love Cam and what he’s doing at the moment, he’s only in his third year,” he said said last week.

“We saw ‘Wardy’ (Josh Ward) step up in his fourth year and we expect that from Cam next year.”

James Rowbottom trade news, rumours

Interested: Carlton,  Gold Coast, Collingwood

Rowbottom is not leaving the Swans

October 13

James Rowbottom is not leaving Sydney and won't be a part of any trade for Carlton star Charlie Curnow.

The midfielder's agent Matt Bain has stated his client will be playing at the Swans next season, reports Callum Twomey on AFL Trade Radio.

Rowbottom reportedly initially entertained talks with Carlton and Collingwood after his name was mentioned as part of a Curnow deal.

The decision from Rowbottom complicates the Swans' desire to put together a package to get Curnow out of the Blues.

Collingwood enter the Rowbottom sweep stakes

October 11

According to Seven's  Mitch Cleary, Collingwood are one to watch for the 25-year-old Rowbottom. 

"Collingwood coach Craig McRae last night spoke with Sydney midfielder James Rowbottom," Cleary reported on Saturday on X.

"The Pies are hunting mids and at 25yo he would fit well. His preference is to stay but the last 4 days of the window can throw up curveballs."

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Zac Bailey trade news, rumours

Interested: Adelaide, Essendon

Zac Bailey signing an 'absolute priority' for Brisbane Lions

October 11

Brisbane's list manager, Dom Ambrogio, has declared that signing two-time premiership star Zac Bailey on a new contract is the club's 'absolute priority'.

He will be a free agent next year and is expected to be offered big deals to move from the Lions, with clubs such as Adelaide and Essendon interested in the star.

"Absolute priority for us is to sign and extend Zac Bailey. There is no question about that," Ambrogio said on AFL Trade Radio.

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Crows show early interest in Bailey

September 10

Adelaide are positioning themselves as a major player in the pursuit of Brisbane star Zac Bailey, with The Age reporting the Crows are set to be “one of the most aggressive” suitors for the 25-year-old.

Bailey, fresh from earning his first All-Australian blazer, looms as one of the hottest names heading towards free agency in 2026.

He is understood to be on the radar of several clubs, with Essendon already linked to a potential six-year, $8 million deal, a contract that would make him the highest-paid Bomber in history.

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Jy Simpkin trade news, rumours

Interested: Collingwood

North Melbourne and Collingwood miles apart on Simpkin

October 11

Jon Ralph from the Herald Sun reports that the Roos and Pies are a long way off in any negotiations for North Melbourne skipper Jy Simpkin.

The Kangaroos are in no position of desperation, with Simpkin contracted long-term, while the suggestion of two first-round picks from Collingwood is complicated by the introduction of Tasmania in 2027, which would devalue any future picks.

Simpkin remains contracted until the end of 2029, meaning this one looks unlikely at this stage.

Pies poking around North captain

October 10

Collingwood have turned their attention to North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin after missing out on Clayton Oliver.

The Magpies are desperate to strengthen their midfield after getting overrun by Brisbane in their recent preliminary final, reports Fox Sports.

With Oliver deciding to leave Melbourne for GWS, Collingwood is keen to see if Simpkin is available for 2026 - despite the midfielder being contracted until the end of 2029.

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North Melbourne skipper 'unhappy' with 2025 role

September 16

This off-season's captain exodus may add another name, with Jy Simpkin reporting a frustration with his 2025 on-field role.

Simpkin's management has “started sounding out clubs to gauge interest” according to 7News Melbourne.

In May 2023, Simpkin signed a contract extension that secured him to the Roos until at least the end of the 2029 season, which could prove troublesome as he looks for a new home. 

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Ben Ainsworth trade news, rumours

Interested: Carlton

Carlton land wantaway Sun in three-way-trade

October 10

Ben Ainsworth has landed at his preferred destination of Carlton in the midst of a three-way-trade between Gold Coast, Carlton and Port Adelaide.

As per Mitch Cleary:
Port Adelaide get: Corey Durdin, future second rounder (via Carlton)
Gold Coast get: Pick 29 (via Port)
Carlton get: Ben Ainsworth, pick 67 (via Port)

Ainsworth becomes yet another Sun to leave the Gold Coast, joining Brayden Fiorini, Malcolm Rosas Jnr and Sam Flanders this off-season. 

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Leek Aleer trade news, rumours

Interested:  St Kilda

St Kilda roasted by GWS for Leek Aleer backflip

October 10

St Kilda has been criticised by GWS for their withdrawal from the Leek Aleer trade.

The Saints provided one of the biggest stories of AFL Trade Period by walking away from negotiations with the Giants for the 195cm defender.

Out-of-contract Aleer had requested a trade to St Kilda after GWS' season ended, with the Saints reportedly courting the 24-year-old for at least 12 months.

It has been reported St Kilda instantly walked away from negotiations after the Giants knocked back their offer, despite six days remaining of the AFL Trade Period.

GWS general manager of football Jason McCartney confirmed the deal fell apart in regards to a second-round pick and suggested the Saints could have continued negotiations.

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Leek Aleer 'livid' at St Kilda trade debacle: Manager speaks out

October 9

Leek Aleer's manager has spoken out about St Kilda pulling their interest in his client, saying Aleer is 'livid' with the situation he finds himself in.

Aleer requested a move to the Saints, and both parties were happy in early September, with a trade with the Giants the final obstacle for the Saints before they pulled their interest today.

Reported by Nine journalist Tom Morris on the social media website X, Aleer's manager, Dylan Smith from Centimetre Perfect Global, said the Saints' withdrawal of their interest was a shock.

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Liam Ryan trade news, rumours

Interested:  St Kilda

Liam Ryan joins St Kilda in historic trade

October 9

The West Coast Eagles have traded small forward Liam Ryan to St Kilda in a trade that involves a historic first.

Ryan has wanted to become a Saints player for a while, requesting a trade to the club in late August from the Eagles.

The West Coast have traded its 2027 third-round pick and Liam Ryan to the Saints in exchange for St Kilda's 2026 second-round pick.

This involves the first trade that involves a draft pick from a draft that is two years away, with clubs only previously able to trade draft picks from the current year and the year after.

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Jamarra Ugle-Hagan trade news, rumours

Interested:  Gold Coast

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's special Gold Coast contract as trade looms

October 9

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's potential Gold Coast contract is expected to be at least half of the money he was on at the Western Bulldogs.

The star forward arrived in Queensland on Thursday morning, as he continues discussions with the Suns to play AFL there in 2026.

However, if Ugle-Hagan is offered a lifeline by Gold Coast, his salary will be significantly reduced from the $800,000-a-year he has received at the Bulldogs.

The Suns have offered the 23-year-old a two-year deal on around $300-400,000-a-season, according to Jay Clark, possibly less than half of his previous annual salary.

Ugle-Hagan will also have behavioural clauses inserted the contract which will allow Gold Coast to terminate the agreement at their discretion, reports Sam McClure.

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Ryley Sanders trade news, rumours

Interested:  Adelaide

Crows sniffing around Bulldogs midfield

October 8

Bulldogs talent Ryley Sanders is attracting interest from Adelaide.

The Crows' move is intriguing considering they denied Jordon Butts - a Bulldogs target - would leave the club in a report on Tuesday.

Sanders is contracted until the end of 2026 and the Tasmanian native is expected to be a prime target for the new Devils franchise.

Nick Daicos trade news, rumours

Interested:  All clubs

Daicos contacted by multiple rival AFL clubs

October 7

Maybe the silliness of trade season has gone too far. In the past week, multiple clubs have contacted Nick Daicos and his management to see if the Collingwood superstar has any interest in a trade, according to AFL.com.au's Cal Twomey.

The 22-year-old is contracted until the end of 2029, and there is nothing to suggest he is even remotely pushing for an exit, or that Collingwood would entertain such a move, only that clubs have reached out to him.

Superstars of the game such as Marcus Bontempelli (before he re-signed at the Western Bulldogs), Zach Merrett and Zak Butters have been embroiled in player movement rumours at some point this year, and it appears not even Nick Daicos is immune to speculation.

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Brandon Starcevich trade news, rumours

Interested:  West Coast

Starcevich to get to West Coast via complicated trade

October 7

Dual Brisbane premiership player Brandon Starcevich will get to West Coast via a complicated four-club trade.

The Lions, Eagles, Melbourne and Fremantle are involved in the projected deal, which will likely include Demon talent Judd McVee heading to the Dockers.

A whole bunch of picks will likely exchange hands also.

Judd McVee trade news, rumours

Interested:  Fremantle

Melbourne talent requests trade to Dockers

October 7

Fremantle are set to acquire Melbourne talent Judd McVee for an early second-round selection.

West Coast  are also rumoured to be involved in the deal - which will include pick swaps.

The trade has yet to be signed off on by all parties.

Liam Reidy trade news, rumours

Interested:  Carlton

Fringe Fremantle ruckman becomes a Blue

October 7

The first AFL trade of the 2025 off-season has finally happened on the second day of the trade period, with Carlton landing Liam Reidy from Fremantle.

What Fremantle received: (R3) pick 50, (R4) pick 68

What Carlton received: Liam Reidy, (R3) pick 53, (R4) pick 71

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Malcolm Rosas Jnr trade news, rumours

Interested:  Sydney

Rosas trade to Sydney set to be completed

October 7

Gold Coast forward Malcolm Rosas Jnr. Is set to complete a trade to Sydney on Tuesday.

The Swans will snare Rosas and pick 62 from the Suns, who will receive picks 51 and 59, reports Tom Morris.

Callum Ah Chee trade news, rumours

Interested:  Adelaide

No first-round pick for Ah Chee, claim Adelaide

October 6

Adelaide will not handover a first-round pick on its own for Brisbane utility Callum Ah Chee, according to list boss Justin Reid.

The two-time premiership Lion has requested a trade to the Crows on a reported five-year deal.

However, Reid explained that the Crows that their first-round selection (currently no.15) would not be the sole price for Ah Chee.

Reid's words means the Ah Chee deal could drag out through the trade period as both clubs haggle.

Ah Chee to join Adelaide on long-term deal

October 2

Premiership Lion, Callum Ah Chee has requested a trade to Adelaide, with AFL.com.au journalist Callum Twomey reporting that the Crows have offered Ah Chee a five-year deal.

The two-time premiership winner kicked four goals in the Lions' 60-point win against Sydney in the grand final last year, which saw him come third in the Norm Smith Medal.

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Zak Butters trade news, rumours

Interested:  Western Bulldogs, Collingwood

October 5

Butters wanted to explore trade away from Power

Port Adelaide star Zak Butters was told he couldn't leave the club after asking about the possibility of a trade home to Victoria before the end of the season.

The 25-year-old spoke to Power officials about a possible departure from Alberton a month before their 2025 campaign ended, reports Mitch Cleary.

Butters hails from Darley - a small western Victorian town around an hour away from Melbourne's suburbs - and is keen to spend more time at his home while continuing his football career.

However, the response Butters received - in no uncertain terms - was he would need to stay at Port Adelaide for the duration of his contract, which expires at the end of 2026.

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Sam Draper trade news, rumours

Interested:  Brisbane

Bomber ruckman commits to Brisbane

October 4

Brisbane has signed Essendon ruckman Sam Draper as an unrestricted free agent.

The Bombers will receive an end-of-first-round compensation pick for Draper, which is currently pick no.20.

Brody Mihocek, trade news, rumours

Interested:  Melbourne

Mihocek opts to join Melbourne via free agency

October 4

Collingwood will lose an important part of its forward line with key tall Brody Mihocek to join Melbourne for the 2026 season.

The 32-year-old joins the Demons as an unrestricted free agent with reports suggesting the player has chosen Melbourne's three-year deal over the Magpies' two-year offer on less money.

Mihocek joined Collingwood as a 25-year-old mature age recruit in 2018, playing 159 games and kicking 267 goals.

He was a part of the 2023 Magpies premiership team and won the club's goalkicking every season between 2019 and 2023.

Sam Flanders, trade news, rumours

Interested: St Kilda, Essendon, Melbourne, Carlton

Flanders nominates St Kilda as preferred destination

October 4

Gold Coast star Sam Flanders has nominated St Kilda as his club of choice for the 2026 season.

The 24-year-old was choosing between the Saints, EssendonMelbourne and Carlton, but has opted for Moorabbin on a five-year deal worth reportedly around $900,000-a-season.

It's understood the Suns are keen to acquire St Kilda's pick no.7 in a trade for Flanders, which they would flip to Melbourne as part of a deal for Christian Petracca.

Flanders is the fifth player to nominate St Kilda as their club of choice for 2026, with Carlton duo Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni confirming their arrivals on Friday.

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St Kilda, Essendon battle for Flanders

October 1

St Kilda and Essendon are duking it out to sign Gold Coast star Sam Flanders with a decision expected from the midfield star on his future imminently.

The Saints - who are reported to have offered Flanders a $900,000-a-season deal over five years - are believed to be confident they have secured a nomination from the 24-year-old, according to journalist Tom Morris.

However, St Kilda is facing stiff competition for Flanders' services from the Bombers, who are understood have offered a contract with a yearly salary greater than the Saints pitch, reported Sam Edmund on 7AFL.

Flanders is expected to make a decision on his 2026 club in the coming days - with Melbourne and Carlton also reportedly interested.

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Bailey Humphrey trade news, rumours 

Interested:  Melbourne

Suns gun reaching out to rival clubs

October 3

Bailey Humphrey's management has reportedly reached out to multiple rival clubs in recent days, with it it become increasingly clear that Humphrey is interest in a move away from Gold Coast this off-season, as per SEN's  Sam Edmund.

Humphrey was further spotted catching up with Melbourne's Steven King and Nathan Jones today as per Cal Twomey.

A trade however will not come easily, with the Suns set to play extreme hard ball to keep their young gun. 

James Worpel trade news, rumours

Interested: Geelong

October 2

Worpel makes his decision

James Worpel has wasted no time, telling Hawthorn of his desire to move to Geelong as per Trade Radio's  Riley Beveridge.

Whilst Worpel is a free-agent, Hawthorn will have the ability to match any bid for him given his status as a restricted free-agent.

Jamie Elliott trade news, rumours

Interested:  Gold Coast

Elliott knocks back Suns interest to stay at Collingwood

October 1

Despite serious interest and a longer term deal, Jamie Elliott has turned down a move north to Gold Coast to stay at Collingwood.

Elliott locks in a two-year deal to keep him at the Pies until the end of 2027, as per Cal Twomey on Trade Radio. 

Collingwood's desperate play to keep star forward

September 29

Collingwood has dipped into its financial reserves to help keep Jamie Elliott at the club in 2026.

The gun forward - who is out of contract and an unrestricted free agent - is weighing up a three-year deal to join the Gold Coast for next season.

Elliott, 33, was initially only offered a two-year deal by the Magpies, but journalist Tom Morris reports Collingwood have added dollars and a trigger for a third year to their contract presentation.

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Callum Wilkie trade news, rumours

Interested:  Western Bulldogs

Wilkie recommits to St Kilda

September 30

St Kilda's off-season continues to go from strength to strength, with captain in waiting Cal Wilkie recommitting to the club despite interest from the Western Bulldogs.

It is reported that the Saints put forward an improved contract offer to Wilkie, which satisfied him enough to continue his career at Moorabin, per Tom Morris of Nine.

Western Bulldogs still determined to attain Wilkie 

September 25

St Kilda has yet to table an improved deal for star defender Callum Wilkie, leaving the Dogs' bold bid to lure him across still flickering in the background. 

Despite being contracted until the end of 2027, Wilkie has emerged as the Dogs’ top target in their push to add a reliable key back.

The Bulldogs have placed a staggering four-year package worth up to $1.2 million a season in front of the 29-year-old, a jump of more than $400,000 annually on his current $750,000-a-year arrangement at the Saints.

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Steven May trade news, rumours

Melbourne tell premiership defender to find a new home

September 18

Premiership defender Steven May will need to find a third club to continue his AFL career after a report emerged the Demons are ready to part ways with the veteran.

The Demons are keen to turn to youth under new coach Steven King and are hoping a new club will pick up the final year of his contract in 2026, as reported by Tom Morris of Channel Nine. 

“People will assume that the Dogs are keen, but the Dogs aren’t keen on Steven May. They’ve got their eyes elsewhere," Morris said. 

“I’m looking at clubs like North Melbourne or whoever else needs a key defender.”

Read more. 

Jayden Laverde trade news, rumours

Interested:  GWS

Laverde set to sign with GWS

September 16

Essendon unrestricted free agent Jayden Laverde has completed a medical with GWS and is set to join the Giants for 2026.

The 29-year-old key defender will likely join the Sydney club as a rookie, with the pre-season supplemental period emerging as the likely vehicle for his move, reports Jay Clark.

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