The Lions are well placed within the premiership window but have shown signs they may be a piece or two short of the full puzzle.

Chris Fagan's squad is littered with star midfielders and forward threats, with holes to be filled across half-back and throughout their depth to extend their run toward their first flag since 2003.

Taking into consideration ageing players and in-demand, out-of-contract names - Daniel McStay being a prime example - we assess who Brisbane could seek out at the end of this season.

In no particular order, here are five targets the Lions could consider moving for in 2022.

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2. Jack Gunston 

Like Khamis, Jack Gunston's services come with the advantage of versatility, with the Hawks sharpshooter having shown an ability to move into defence when called upon.

As Hawthorn continues to turn toward placing a priority on their younger stocks, with Mitch Lewis, Jacob Koschitzke and Emerson Jeka seen as the names to lead the brown and gold in the years to come, Gunston could see his time at Waverley come to an end in 2022.

In the twilight of his AFL career, Gunston would likely look toward a contending club should he seek to continue his career after departing Hawthorn, with the Lions a fitting suitor for the 400+ goalkicker.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 11: Jack Gunston of the Hawks celebrates a goal during the 2018 AFL round 21 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Geelong Cats at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 11, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Adam Trafford/AFL Media/Getty Images)

In a situation where the Lions lose McStay, Gunston could comfortably slot into his place and continue to offer Brisbane's midfield a lethal three-pronged attack.

The 30-year-old's efficient ball use can also be used in the back third, with Gunston unlikely to break the Lions' bank either given his age.