Collingwood has emerged as a front runner to recruit Dylan Stephens should the young midfielder depart the Swans.
Fox Footy's Tom Morris has reported that Stephens faces a decision between staying at Sydney or moving to the Magpies, after previously being linked with a move to Essendon.
“Essendon was keen – they still are, but I believe he’s more likely to stay at Sydney now or potentially go to Collingwood," Morris said on AFL Tonight.Â
"It's very much a 50-50 call and Stephens is weighing up these options as we speak.
Stephens has been offered a two-year extension to stay at Sydney but is reportedly in search of a more senior opportunity.
The 20-year-old was taken at pick five in the 2019 Draft, but was limited to only seven matches this year and 15 appearances in the past two seasons.
It comes within a salary cap squeeze at the Swans after co-captain Luke Parker signed a four-year extension, forcing a number of players to explore their future playing options.
Midfielder
Disposals
Tackles
Clearances
Veteran Sam Reid is out-of-contract, while midfielder George Hewett remains likely to move to a Victorian club.
Jordan Dawson has also sought a trade home to a South Australian club, after taking his game to new heights in 2021, finishing third in the club's best and fairest.
RELATED: Who can land wantaway Dawson?
Get set for the footy with the FREE Zero Hanger 2026 AFL Season Guide! Packed with 150+ pages of player profiles, team previews, insights and analysis, the 2026 AFL Season Guide is built for fans who want the full picture. Download your free Season Guide HERE.
