Hidden detail in Irving Mosquito’s deleted Instagram post sparks suspicion

Irving Mosquito accidentally revealed Essendon’s trade plans after eagle-eyed fans noticed some clues in a deleted Instagram post.

Irving Mosquito's deleted Instagram post.

Essendon Bombers young gun Irving Mosquito may have unintentionally revealed the club’s trade plans after eagle-eyed fans noticed some potential clues in a deleted social media post.

On Tuesday afternoon, Mosquito uploaded a photo of himself alongside Essendon greats Kevin Sheedy and Mark Harvey.

But it was the whiteboard in the background that got the most attention after as the image quickly circulated among Bombers supporters.

Mosquito frantically deleted the Instagram post, but the damage had already been done.

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Geelong midfielder Sam Menegola’s name appeared alongside “13 + 20”, which are the two draft picks the Cats currently own.

It was speculated it meant the Bombers could be attempting to help the Cats land GWS forward Jeremy Cameron via a three-club trade.

Although Menegola is contracted with Geelong until the end of 2021, Seven News journalist Ryan Daniels reported the 28-year-old was considered “very gettable” by rival clubs.

Irving mosquito’s deleted Instagram post.

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The name of former North Melbourne forward Majak Daw is also on the whiteboard alongside a question mark, suggesting Essendon might be targeting the delisted star.

The Bombers have already set about replacing Joe Daniher, signing Gold Coast Suns forward Peter Wright for a future fourth-round selection.

The whiteboard photo also had the name of Port Adelaide forward Orazio Fantasia alongside “F2” — presumably a reference to a future second-round draft pick.

Essendon are currently in talks with Port Adelaide, who are reluctant to trade Fantasia for a first-round pick.

But it was Menegola’s mention that sparked the most interest and saw his manager Colin Young attempt to defuse the situation.

Young told the Herald Sun his client would honour his contract and play the 2021 season with Geelong.

But after markedly outperforming his contract this season the 28-year-old is keen to be rewarded with a new deal soon.

Irving Mosquito of the Bombers.

Mosquito set the AFL alight by scoring two goals on debut against the Richmond Tigers in the Northern Territory.

The 19-year-old played four games for the Bombers during the 2020 season, managing eight disposals per game.