In an interesting turn of events, a report has revealed that Fremantle ruckman Luke Jackson is of interest to multiple Victorian clubs, "believing his head could be turned".
Jackson - who hails from Western Australia - was originally drafted by Melbourne with Pick 3 in the 2019 National Draft.
The athletic ruck was pivotal in bringing a drought-breaking premiership to the Demons in 2021 but always longed to return home.
At the end of 2022, both Fremantle and Melbourne made it happen for Jackson as the former coughed up two first-round picks for the Rising Star winner.
The 23-year-old has notched up 97 games (52 - Demons, 45 - Fremantle) and has shown glimpses of his brilliance, pricking the ears up of rivals who may think he's gettable.
Despite his happiness at the Western Australian club, where he is contracted until the end of 2029, where there's smoke, there's usually fire.
So, we assess five clubs that could make a move for Luke Jackson...
5. Richmond
The prospect of Richmond is slightly left-field given the position they are in.
There's no doubt that the Tigers could facilitate a trade with draft capital and meet the needs of Jackson financially after the departure of seven premiership players.
The Punt Road club has 29 players on their list with less than 50 games experience, albeit skewed by the assembly of 2024 draftees.
Like North Melbourne, Richmond could present Jackson with the autonomy to make the midfield his own, while giving the yellow and black a glimpse into life after captain Toby Nankervis.
After 'Nank', the ruck pickings are slim, with Samson Ryan the only logical replacement.
There is plenty to work with at Tigerland, but would Jackson be willing to do so?
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