Western Bulldogs forward Laitham Vandermeer has a decision to make, with Port Adelaide, Essendon and Melbourne all showing interest in his services.
Vandermeer has seen the writing on the wall at the Whitten Oval after he was starved of opportunities in 2026 following Arthur Jones' emergence, the return of Cody Weightman as well as a multiple soft-tissue injuries.
The inclusion of Zak Butters from the Power will also alter the club's front half line-up, with Marcus Bontempelli, Ed Richards and Matthew Kennedy all tipped to spend time inside 50.
According to a report on the AFL Trade Radio, the Demons and Bombers have joined Port Adelaide as potential destinations.
The Essendon move looms as one that's likely, especially given the arrival of Brent Prismall from the Bulldogs.
Prismall worked closely with Vandermeer as the player welfare manager, and will be the Bombers' head of development.
The Murray Bushrangers product made his way to the Kennel after being selected with Pick 37 in the 2018 National Draft, and has managed 89 games in the eight seasons since.
Vandermeer's departure may assist in the club's attempt to land Butters, as well as Jordon Butts, Finn Maginness and Hudson O'Keeffe. The last two will require trades from Hawthorn and Carlton.
