Hawthorn father-son forward Calsher Dear is quickly becoming a wanted man, which is no surprise given the mooted arrival of Gold Coast free agent Ben King.
After bursting onto the AFL scene, playing 17 games in his maiden campaign at the top flight, Dear has struggled to regain that impressive form, playing 14 games in the past two years.
Injury has curtailed his 2026 year, but the return of Mitch Lewis - who recently re-signed - and veteran Jack Gunston - who is also locked in for 2027 - has left the father-son youngster on the outer.
It is understood the Hawks have tabled a two-year deal to retain Dear, but there are five clubs looking to make the most of the opportunity, according to a report on The Agenda Setters.
Melbourne
The Demons will begin looking at life after Brody Mihocek, who, despite his veteran status, has uncertainty about his playing future next year following a scary neck injury in this year's King's Birthday clash.
Melbourne's emergence as a genuine contender under Steven King has quickly turned the club into a destination spot, and the development of their young talent is appealing to any player in the competition.
Jacob van Rooyen and Matt Jefferson are still working into their AFL careers, but the addition of Dear would make a scary forward line for the next 10 years.
The Demons are also hunting Dear's teammate Bailey McDonald.
