Much has been spoken about who will leave Carlton at the end of the year, but there are at least two names who are of interest to the Ikon Park club.
Western Bulldogs utility Buku Khamis, as well as depth ruckmen Liam Reidy and Ned Reeves, have been listed as potential targets for the Blues.
The interest in Khamis and Reidy comes as the club will lose Tom De Koning (St Kilda) and Jack Silvagni (likely either Collingwood, Western Bulldogs, or St Kilda) to free agency.
Coleman medallist Charlie Curnow is also a player of interest to rival clubs, with Sydney believed to be heavily intent on securing his services.
Khamis, contracted for 2026, has played 41 games for the Bulldogs across multiple roles, but has found a position up forward for the club's VFL outfit in recent weeks.
Reidy, who would be seen as a back-up to Marc Pittonet, has only featured three times at AFL level after falling behind the likes of Luke Jackson and Sean Darcy. The Docker is without a deal for next year.
After dominating in 2023, Reeves has failed to leapfrog Lloyd Meek, while Max Ramsden and Mabior Chol have been chosen ahead of him.
"Carlton are clearly looking for a ruckman," AFL Media's Cal Twomey said on Gettable.
"Ned Reeves has been on their radar, and they have interest in him. Hawthorn doesn't want to lose him. He's contracted for next year, and the Hawks have offered him a longer-term deal to keep him.
"But one player they have shown interest in is Fremantle youngster Liam Reidy. He'd come across as the back-up. A lot cheaper than the ruckman they just lost (De Koning)."
Gettable co-host Riley Beveridge also revealed the Blues' interest in Khamis.
"Another one to keep an eye on at the Blues is Buku Khamis," Beveridge added.
"Another player that is contracted for 2026, but they have got some interest in (him). He has been exploring his options.
"He is on Carlton's radar."
