Talks between Jed Anderson and the Kangaroos on a new deal are “a fair way apart”, reports SEN’s Sam Edmund.

Anderson finished third in the club’s best and fairest count after averaging 21 disposals, five tackles, four clearances and four inside 50s per game in a career-best season in 2020.

North announced 11 delistings at season's end, however, there has never been any fear of the Kangaroos’ commitment in keeping Anderson on their list.

“There have been a few whispers around about Jed Anderson, because the contract’s been in place for him to sign at North Melbourne and he hasn’t signed it,” Edmund told Whateley.

“I’m told (on Tuesday) that the two parties are a fair way apart when it comes to a new deal.

“They’re working through it, is the official description of it, but there’s plenty of work to do at the moment.

“Will another club swoop? Absolutely they could.”

Rumours swirled that Carlton could be looking to add Anderson their midfield stocks, however, Fox Sports reports that he is not on their radar.