The Brisbane Lions have become top eight regulars this decade and consistently find themselves in premiership contention.

The great teams of the modern era always find ways to get better each season, however, so as the Lions seek to reach a third consecutive Grand Final, they'll also have a keen eye on the impending trade period. With several key positional players off-contract, Brisbane have the opportunity to drastically shake up - and improve - the current core of their playing list.

Here are five trade and free agency targets for Brisbane to consider this year.

4Jamarra Ugle-Hagan

BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 25: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs is congratulated by w21during the round 24 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Greater Western Sydney Giants at Mars Stadium, on August 25, 2024, in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)
BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 25: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs is congratulated by w21during the round 24 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Greater Western Sydney Giants at Mars Stadium, on August 25, 2024, in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Ugle-Hagan's contract expires in 2026, but a move could be on the cards as early as this off-season. While potentially a long shot, the Lions would be able to offer plenty to the controversial Bulldogs forward as his future at the club remains unclear.

Ugle-Hagan reportedly could seek a move away from the Melbourne football bubble, and with the Lions hoping to bolster their key forward stocks after the early retirement of Joe Daniher, Brisbane looms as an exciting destination for the former first-overall pick.

If Jamarra is able to return to his 2024 form, which saw him kick 45 goals, he'd instantly become the focal point of the Lions attack and provide him with a great opportunity to win a premiership. That's something neither party could pass up.

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