With the trade period out of the way, the delisted free agency mechanism will open to further aid the list builds of clubs keen to bring in experienced AFL assets.

A range of talented players have been shown the door since the cessation of their respective seasons, with many of those cut from lists good enough for another chance.

Clubs across the competition have areas of their squad to fill away from the draft, with key position players who can have an immediate impact among those list needs.

Young clubs that can afford to take a punt on a delisted free agent and contending sides that can secure some depth at a bargain price will also be shopping.

Here we've listed 10 promising delisted free agents and a club that could suit their services.

3Josh Fahey

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 04: Josh Fahey of the Giants looks dejected after defeat during the round 12 AFL match between Greater Western Sydney Giants and Richmond Tigers at GIANTS Stadium, on June 04, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

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The delisted GWS flanker might just be the most valuable player cut from a list this off-season.

While Fahey has just seven AFL games to his name, there's no doubting his pedigree as a ready-made option off the back of a dominant VFL form.

He, understandably, struggled for senior opportunity given the Giants' star-studded half-back options, and might flourish with greater opportunity elsewhere.

The Demons have changed their list over the off-season, meaning competition for senior spots is there for the taking, and Fahey could be a bargain option that places pressure on the likes of Changkuoth Jiath and Christian Salem.

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