Ultimate AFL Trade Bible: Every team's rival targets, rumours, off-contract players, confirmed departures, draft hand

It's officially the 2025 AFL off-season, with the trade period opening today and the free agency deadline scheduled for Friday! All 18 clubs look set to be active in the player movement space, with some busier than others in looking to lure talent through their doors. St Kilda and Gold Coast pose as the biggest players in player exchange, while a host of players have already joined new clubs through free agency. Here we've looked at every club's potential trade and free agency moves, their current crop of off-contract players, confirmed departures and draft hand for the off-season. Adelaide Reported Trade Targets: Callum Ah Chee Off-Contract Players: Chris Burgess (unrestricted free agent), Taylor Walker (unrestricted free agent) Confirmed Departures: Matt Crouch (retired), Karl Gallagher (delisted), Lachlan Murphy (delisted), Harry Schoenberg (delisted), Brodie Smith (retired), Kieran Strachan (delisted) Draft Hand: 15, 46, 53, 55, 71, 73 The Crows missed out on wantaway star Christian Petracca, but will bolster their front half through two-time Brisbane premiership player Callum Ah Chee. Essendon's Zach Merrett appears set to join Hawthorn unless he is held to his contract. Veteran Taylor Walker will also continue in 2026, with confirmation on his new deal imminent. Defender Jordon Butts continues to be flagged as a potential trade option for rivals, but is likely to remain at West Lakes. Brisbane Reported Trade Targets: Oscar Allen, Sam Draper Off-Contract Players: Luke Beecken, Darcy Fort, Darragh Joyce (unrestricted free agent), Lincoln McCarthy, Conor McKenna, James Tunstill Confirmed Departures: - Darcy Craven (delisted), Sam Day (retired), Deven Robertson (trade), Brandon Starcevich (free agency), Callum Ah Chee (trade), Brandon Ryan (delisted) Draft Hand: 19, 42, 45, 51, 54, 66, 77 The Lions farewelled dual premiership heroes Brandon Starcevich (West Coast) and Callum Ah Chee (Adelaide), while Deven Robertson is expected to find his way to the Eagles also. The reigning premiers will secure the services of Oscar Allen this week after recruiting Sam Draper via free agency on Saturday. Pick 21 is expected to get to the Lions as part of a deal that sees Starcevich head West. Carlton Reported Trade Targets: Liam Reidy, Campbell Chesser, Buku Khamis, Changkuoth Jiath Off-Contract Players: Harry Charleson, Matt Duffy, Francis Evans (unrestricted free agent), Mitch McGovern, Will White, Flynn Young Confirmed Departures: Alex Cincotta (delisted), Sam Docherty (retired), Orazio Fantasia (delisted), Harry Lemmey (delisted), Tom De Koning (free agency), Jack Silvagni (free agency) Draft Hand: 9, 21, 40, 49, 67 The Blues sent Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni for compensation selections of Picks 9 and 21 (currently) in the draft, and will use those to ensure father-son prospects Harry Dean and Cody Walker find their way to Princes Park in 2025 and 2026 respectively. Liam Reidy and Campbell Chesser will cross the Nullaboor and join Carlton, while Buku Khamis also has an interest in donning the navy blue in 2026. Hawthorn's Changkuoth Jiath is another prospect that could be lured for a senior opportunity. Collingwood Reported Trade Targets: Jack Buller, Anthony Caminiti, Steven May, Bailey Humphrey Off-Contract Players: Mason Cox (unrestricted free agent), Noah Howes, Tom Mitchell, Wil Parker, Roan Steele, Lachie Sullivan Confirmed Departures: Charlie Dean (delisted), Will Hoskin-Elliott (retired), Ashley Johnson (delisted), Finlay Macrae (delisted), Oleg Markov (delisted), Brody Mihocek (free agency) Draft Hand: 38, 57, 69, 75 Anticipated to be relatively quiet player in this off-season, but the Pies are expected to replace the likely departure of Brody Mihocek with Sydney's Jack Buller. The Steven May interest has waned, while Lachie Sullivan and Mason Cox could remain at the club, but have been told to wait until the end of the trade period. Bailey Humphrey has been linked to Collingwood despite the Suns' stance, however it's unclear how the Magpies would be able to attain the young star given their lack of picks and tight salary. Essendon Reported Trade Targets: Brayden Fiorini, Jai Serong Off-Contract Players: Ben Hobbs, Luamon Lual, Will Setterfield Confirmed Departures: Alwyn Davey Jnr (delisted), Todd Goldstein (delisted), Jayden Laverde (delisted), Jye Menzie (delisted), Dylan Shiel (delisted), Oskar Smartt (delisted), Sam Draper (free agency) Draft Hand: 4, 5, 20, 26, 29 The Bombers are still in the hunt for Gold Coast's Brayden Fiorini, but lost the race for his teammate Sam Flanders, who would prefer to head to St Kilda. Hawthorn's Jai Serong has been chased by multiple clubs, although it is believed that he will be choosing Sydney. Essendon will work with the Hawks to assess a deal for captain Zach Merrett, while the compensation for Sam Draper is Pick 20 (currently). A trio of Bombers (Ben Hobbs, Luamon Lual, Will Setterfield) all remain in limbo for 2026. Fremantle Reported Trade Targets: Judd McVee, Jai Serong Off-Contract Players: - Confirmed Departures: James Aish (retired), Jack Delean (delisted), Nat Fyfe (retired), Odin Jones (delisted), Quinton Narkle (retired), Michael Walters (retired), Will Brodie (trade), Liam Reidy (trade) Draft Hand: 12, 33, 43, 52, 70 The Dockers are looking to bolster their list with Judd McVee and Jai Serong, with the latter having reportedly recently met with coach Justin Longmuir, however is expected to seek a move to Sydney instead. McVee's interest in returning to his home state saw the out-of-contract Demon flag Fremantle as a new home, and he will find his way there. The Dockers have also flagged an intention to improve their draft hand, with their first pick coming at 12th overall, and will likely get pushed back due to Academy/father-son prospect bids and free agency compensation. Geelong Reported Trade Targets: Rowan Marshall, James Worpel, Charlie Curnow Off-Contract Players: Jed Bews (unrestricted free agent), Cillian Burke, Ted Clohesy, Cameron Guthrie (unrestricted free agent), Mitch Knevitt, Joe Pike, Rhys Stanley (unrestricted free agent), George Stevens, Oliver Wiltshire Confirmed Departures: Mitch Duncan (retired), Patrick Retschko (delisted), Xavier Ivisic (delisted) Draft Hand: 18, 39, 58, 76 The Cats landed James Worpel via free agency on Friday, and are set on attempting to lure Rowan Marshall from St Kilda, especially now given he officially requested a trade. Geelong will struggle to broker a satisfactory deal for Charlie Curnow and Carlton, hence why their attention is largely on Marshall. They also have a host of contract calls to make, including veterans Rhys Stanley, Jed Bews and Cam Guthrie. Gold Coast Reported Trade Targets: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, Christian Petracca Off-Contract Players: Oscar Adams, Asher Eastham, Zak Evans, Jy Farrar, Brayden Fiorini (unrestricted free agent), Lachlan Gulbin, Nick Holman (unrestricted free agent), Ben Jepson, Max Knobel, Caleb Lewis Confirmed Departures: Thomas Berry (delisted), Lloyd Johnston (delisted), Sean Lemmens (retired), Alex Sexton (delisted), David Swallow (retired), Malcolm Rosas (trade), Connor Budarick (trade) Draft Hand: 6, 14, 17, 35, 61, 72 A huge player in this off-season, the Suns will lose Connor Budarick (Western Bulldogs) and Malcolm Rosas (Sydney) to rivals, as well as Sam Flanders (St Kilda). They should net enough trade capital, including the Saints' Pick 7, that will be central to a deal for Christian Petracca. As a result, the Curnow play has all but been dismissed, but they will likely land Jamarra Ugle-Hagan on the cheap given the Bulldogs' desire to get him off their books. Bailey Humphrey and Ben Ainsworth are two names that have quickly become of interest to rivals given Petracca's impending arrival. Brayden Fiorini is also weighing up his future, with interest from Port Adelaide and Essendon. GWS Reported Trade Targets: Jayden Laverde, Robbie Fox Off-Contract Players: - Wade Derksen Confirmed Departures: Josh Fahey (delisted), Lachlan Keeffe (retired), Callan Ward (retired), Leek Aleer (St Kilda), Jacob Wehr (Port Adelaide) Draft Hand: 13, 34, 36 The Giants have already confirmed that Jayden Laverde will join the club as a replacement option for Leek Aleer, who is set to find his way to St Kilda. Laverde won't officially join the club until after the draft period, most likely via the SSP. Jacob Wehr will join Port Adelaide as a free agent as early as Monday, while Wade Derksen, despite strong interest from Melbourne, could remain at GWS in a huge backflip. Sydney's Robbie Fox has also been targeted as a delisted free agent. Hawthorn Reported Trade Targets: Zach Merrett Off-Contract Players: Matt Hill, Seamus Mitchell (unrestricted free agent), Bodie Ryan, Jai Serong, Jaime Uhr-Henry, Confirmed Departures: Luke Breust (retired), Sam Frost (delisted), Jasper Scaife (delisted), James Worpel (free agency) Draft Hand: 8, 30, 41, 60, 74 Hawthorn's number one priority is finding a means to land Essendon captain Zach Merrett. Following James Worpel's (Geelong) departure, a spot in the midfield has opened up, and Merrett is the perfect fit. The Hawks will likely have to give up established young talent; Henry Hustwaite and Cam Mackenzie are two who immediately come to mind, while Pick 8 (currently) will likely be included in negotiations. Melbourne Reported Trade Targets: Wade Derksen, Brody Mihocek, Max Heath Off-Contract Players: Harry Sharp, Taj Woewodin Confirmed Departures: Jack Billings (delisted), Kynan Brown (delisted), Tom Fullarton (delisted), Marty Hore (delisted), Oliver Sestan (delisted), Will Verrall (delisted), Charlie Spargo (free agency), Judd McVee (trade) Draft Hand: 27, 59, 64 The Demons are prepared to farewell contracted premiership trio Christian Petracca, Clayton Oliver and Steven May, although the latter two will have difficulty finding a suitor. Judd McVee (Fremantle) and Charlie Spargo (North Melbourne) are heading out the door. Coming in will be Collingwood veteran Brody Mihocek, which has resulted in GWS' Wade Derksen being pushed to the side. St Kilda's Max Heath is also another option. North Melbourne Reported Trade Targets: Charlie Spargo, Jai Serong Off-Contract Players: Aidan Corr, Cooper Harvey, Finnbar Maley, Geordie Payne, Will Phillips, Darcy Tucker Confirmed Departures: Miller Bergman (delisted), Kallan Dawson (delisted), Eddie Ford (delisted), Brynn Teakle (delisted) Draft Hand: 24, 25, 44, 62 The Kangaroos have already landed Charlie Spargo as a free agent, but are likely to miss out on Jai Serong. Contract calls on half a dozen players have yet to be confirmed, although most are tipped to stay. Port Adelaide Reported Trade Targets: Jacob Wehr, Will Brodie, Brayden Fiorini Off-Contract Players: - Confirmed Departures: Rory Atkins (retired), Travis Boak (retired), Ryan Burton (delisted), Lachlan Charleson (delisted), Jeremy Finlayson (delisted), Hugh Jackson (delisted), Jed McEntee (delisted), Willie Rioli (retired), Dylan Williams (delisted) Draft Hand: 28, 47, 65 The Power have welcomed Jacob Wehr, while Will Brodie will reunite with Josh Carr in Alberton. Gold Coast's Brayden Fiorini is genuinely weighing up a move to Port Adelaide, but is also fetching interest from Essendon as well as the Suns. The Power currently don't have a first-round due to their 2024 trade period dealings, and it is currently held by Gold Coast. Sun Ben Ainsworth was a target last year and has emerged as a potential option for rivals again. Richmond Reported Trade Targets: Off-Contract Players: Thomson Dow, Tyler Sonsie Confirmed Departures: Jacob Bauer (delisted), Jacob Blight (delisted), Mate Colina (delisted), Jacob Koschitzke (delisted), Kamdyn McIntosh (retired), Tylar Young (trade) Draft Hand: 2, 3 The Tigers lost the race for Malcolm Rosas, and he will head to Sydney. Tylar Young has requested a trade to West Coast and is set to join the rebuilding Eagles on a three-year deal. Richmond will once again head to the draft, and is open to trading Pick 3 (North Melbourne's selection) to gain a pair of picks later in the first round. St Kilda Reported Trade Targets: Tom De Koning, Jack Silvagni, Leek Aleer, Sam Flanders, Liam Ryan Off-Contract Players: Eamonn Armstrong, Ryan Byrnes, Jack Carroll, Max Heath, Zak Jones, Arie Schoenmaker Confirmed Departures: Harry Boyd (delisted), Zaine Cordy (delisted), Angus McLennan (delisted), Jimmy Webster (retired) Draft Hand: 7, 48, 63 The biggest player in the 2025 off-season, the Saints have already welcomed Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni. Sam Flanders recently nominated his preferred destination as the Saints, while Leek Aleer and Liam Ryan have long been linked with moves to Moorabbin. Max Heath is currently being courted by Melbourne. Pick 7 is likely to be used to lure Flanders south. Ruckman Rowan Marshall has requested a trade to the Cats and should pocket the Saints another first-round pick, while captain Jack Steele is another who could be on the move after being told he can explore his options. Sydney Reported Trade Targets: Charlie Curnow, Jai Serong, Malcolm Rosas Off-Contract Players: Jake Lloyd (unrestricted free agent), Dane Rampe (unrestricted free agent) Confirmed Departures: Robbie Fox (delisted), Aaron Francis (delisted), Indhi Kirk (delisted), Blake Leidler (delisted), Caleb Mitchell (delisted), Ben Paton (delisted), Jack Buller (trade) Draft Hand: 10, 31, 50, 68 Sydney remains the likeliest suitor for Charlie Curnow given the established players they have to work with, namely Will Hayward and Ollie Florent. The interest in Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has diminished, while the club will welcome Malcolm Rosas from the Suns. Jai Serong is weighing up his future as Fremantle and the Swans show interest, with Sydney seen as the favourite. Veteran duo Jake Lloyd and Dane Rampe are tipped to play on in 2026. West Coast Reported Trade Targets: Thomas Berry, Brandon Starcevich, Tylar Young, Deven Robertson, Jack Steele, Finlay Macrae Off-Contract Players: Malakai Champion, Jamie Cripps (unrestricted free agent), Coen Livingstone Confirmed Departures: Jayden Hunt (retired), Callum Jamieson (delisted), Jeremy McGovern (retired), Jack Petruccelle (delisted), Loch Rawlinson (delisted), Dom Sheed (retired), Oscar Allen (free agency), Campbell Chesser (trade) Draft Hand: 1, 16, 22, 23, 37, 56 The Eagles will welcome Brisbane duo Brandon Starcevich and Deven Robertson, and will likely give up Pick 21 for the former. Richmond's Tylar Young will cross the Nullaboor, while delisted duo Tom Berry and Finlay Macrae have been in talks with the club. St Kilda midfielder Jack Steele poses as an interesting prospect, and could be looked at despite holding a contract for another two years. Jamie Cripps is expected to go around again. Western Bulldogs Reported Trade Targets: Connor Budarick, Callum Wilkie, Tylar Young Off-Contract Players: Oskar Baker (unrestricted free agent), Nicholas Coffield, Jason Johannisen (unrestricted free agent), Caleb Poulter (unrestricted free agent) Confirmed Departures: Taylor Duryea (retired), Liam Jones (delisted), Anthony Scott (delisted) Draft Hand: 11, 32 The Bulldogs will land Connor Budarick from the Suns, but have missed out on Callum Wilkie and Tylar Young. Whether there's another key defensive option out there that will suit them remains uncertain, with Melbourne veteran Steven May believed to be of no interest to the Bulldogs.

		P	W	L	PTS	%
1	SYD	1	1	0	4	191.3
2	GC	1	1	0	4	181.2
3	GWS	1	1	0	4	128.4
4	COLL	1	1	0	4	118.2
5	HAW	2	1	1	4	117.1
6	WB	1	1	0	4	104.7
7	CARL	2	1	1	4	70.9
8	BL	1	0	1	0	95.5
9	RICH	1	0	1	0	94.7
10	STK	1	0	1	0	84.6

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