Blues in ‘retention mode’ as TDK looms over salary cap squeeze
Despite a tight cap and looming giant payday for Tom De Koning, the Blues have officially ruled out moving on from their big names as they await the official takeover of Graham Wright.
Trade HQ
Mr Untouchable: Dees must defy any notion of Pickett the Docker
Thirteen rounds into 2025, Kysaiah Pickett’s position on a potential trade hasn’t changed. But if a deal between the Dees and Dockers is to happen, it’s clear who won’t be involved.
How footy’s greatest salary dump changed trading forever
It was a brazen contract dump, tied in with a juicy top-10 pick, that shocked the AFL. Nearly three years on, this is how the Jack Bowes deal changed trading forever.
Trade intel: Pies’ over 30s, Hawks’ signing spree, Dons’ huge reset
How many of Collingwood’s veterans will play on next year? Plus news out of Hawthorn, Essendon, Melbourne and more in Moneyball.
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The clubs who could get serious in chase for Harley
How many first round picks would it take for the Eagles to trade Harley Reid? Which other players could be involved? And who’s serious in the race? We look at how it could all play out.
The mega offer and rival guns that could decide Butters’ future
Zak Butters will be a free agent after next season – but, with rivals circling, the possibility of him leaving in 2025 is real. A number of things would have to happen, though.
Premiership hero baulks at rivals to re-sign with Pies
One of Collingwood’s 2023 premiership heroes has officially turned his back on offers from rival clubs, showing plenty of faith in the ladder-leaders. Get the latest trade news in Moneyball.
Trade buzz: Roos adamant bold pick swap won’t be disastrous
North Melbourne look set for another year of pain on-field, and it could get even worse with Richmond owning their first pick of the draft. But the Roos remain adamant they made the right call.
A free path out? What Dons’ contract calls means for Draper
The Bombers took a calculated risk over the off-season, and it could mean Sam Draper walks for nothing in 2025. But will he be the only ruckman potentially on the move?
SA return unlikely for Draper as Victorian rivals circle
Sam Draper is happy in Melbourne and not looking to head back to South Australia … but Bombers fans shouldn’t relax, with Victorian clubs coming hard for the out of contract big man.
Staying or going? Every AFL free agent up for grabs
More than 110 players are set to become free agents at the end of the season. But how many will look to make a move? See the full list and get the latest on the big names.
Why LDU knocked back rivals – and what it means for Saints
When North Melbourne’s players erupted in the Barossa on Friday, St Kilda’s recruiting war room slumped. A big tick for the Roos list team is another cross for the Saints. So, where to now?
Trade latest: Rivals circle giant Pie, Showdown for Nas heats up
Darcy Cameron is set for a big pay rise, but will it be at Collingwood? Tom De Koning’s decision could be the deciding factor as the two SA clubs go head-to-head for Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
Trade latest: Clubs prepare to raid Gold Coast for unloved Sun
The Suns’ hot start to 2025 has some great talent sitting on the sidelines, leaving rival clubs plotting to steal some young stars away from Damien Hardwick’s squad.
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