North Melbourne ruckman Todd Goldstein remains in-demand, with Geelong reportedly interested in his services.

Goldstein is out of contract at the end of the season, and the 31-year-old has been linked to moves across Victoria, with St Kilda in particular linked with the veteran.

However, according to Tom Browne on Triple M's Hot Breakfast, the Cats have their eye on Goldstein.

“A little whisper this morning that Geelong… they could be looking at Todd Goldstein,” Browne said.

“I keep getting told a contract is close at North.

“But there’s plenty of clubs interested."

The Cats have had their issues in the ruck this year, with Rhys Stanley playing 16 games and Zac Smith and Mark Blicavs trying their hand in the centre of the ground as well.

Stanley will be preferred on Friday night, although he's set to come up against All-Australian Brodie Grundy, in a match-up that looks to favour the Pies.