Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's two-year commitment to St Kilda won't quell Port Adelaide in its pursuit of the South Australian.
Both the Power and Adelaide came hard for Wanganeen-Milera throughout 2025, offering historic deals before he ultimately penned a two-year extension to stay at Moorabbin, worth around $2 million a season.
Channel 9's Tom Morris reported earlier in the year that the Crows offered $1.5 to $1.7 million over four years, while Port Adelaide proposed an astounding $2.5 million per season for 12 years, totalling $30 million.
However, despite missing out on Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's signature this time around, the Power believe they "will be well prepared" for an all-out assault in two years.
"We would all love to bring in A Grade talent," Port Adelaide list manager Jason Cripps said on AFL Trade Radio.
"Nasiah is a South Australian. We want to bring in homegrown talent, and we think we will be well prepared for when he is ready to make a decision next time."
Wanganeen-Milera still has strong links to Alberton, with close mates Jason Horne-Francis and Jason Burgoyne.
But on the flip side, St Kilda has cashed in on the star's recommitment to the club, helping them land a quartet of established talent.
Carlton duo Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni opted to exercise their free agency rights to head to Moorabbin, while Sam Flanders and Liam Ryan were successfully traded to the club.
Saints Head of Talent and Acquisition Graeme 'Gubby' Allan didn't mince his words when reflecting on the importance of Wanganeen-Milera's signature.
"I think with Nas signing, it was really important for us," Allan said on the opening day of the 2025 trade period.
"Without Nas signing, I'm not sure I'd be here talking to you guys. I mightn't have had anything on the table."
