As many as four clubs are reportedly expressing interest in off-contract Fremantle midfielder Neil Erasmus this year.
The 21-year-old, who was taken with Pick 10 in the 2021 AFL Draft, has struggled to cement his place in Justin Longmuir's side over the past 18 months.
The Subiaco product has played the last four games for the Dockers, taking his season tally to six atches for the season so far.
He managed just four appearances in 2024 - the lowest season tally of his four-year career.
Having spent most of last season in the WAFL, Erasmus was a key cog in Peel Thunder's run to the premiership, with the young ball winner taking out the club's best and fairest and best-afield honours in the grand final win over East Fremantle.
Erasmus has begun to find some form at AFL level in 2025, recording at least 17 disposals in his last three games while playing under 70% game time, showing glimpses of his value in the top flight.
His potential, coupled with his contract status, has reportedly led to rival clubs circling Erasmus' services, with Fremantle's state rival West Coast among those keeping an eye on the South Africa-born midfielder.
According toย 7 Newsย reporter Ryan Daniels, Erasmus has interest from West Coast and three Victorian clubs.
Daniels has reported that Fremantle remain hopeful of re-signing Erasmus to a new deal for 2026 and beyond.
The @WestCoastEagles are one of four clubs with strong interest in Neil Erasmus.
The @freodockers are keen to keep the midfielder, who has been in and out of the side for the past few seasons.
The other clubs are Vic based.
Erasmus is out of contract at the end of this season.
— Ryan Daniels (@FootyRhino) June 8, 2025
The Dockers have a long list of players still without deals for next season, with James Aish, Nat Fyfe, Oscar McDonald, Quinton Narkle, Nathan O'Driscoll, Jeremy Sharp, Patrick Voss, Karl Worner and Michael Walters among those still unsigned.
Fremantle's planning for the future could also depend on ruckman Luke Jackson, who is said to be weighing up his future in Western Australia.
As for West Coast, the Eagles look keen to add more youth to their engine room under coach Andrew McQualter.
The Eagles currently hold Picks 1, 13, 19, 31 and 49 for this year's AFL Draft and can trade 2026 and 2027 selections.
