Star defender Darcy Moore's representatives are increasingly confident that he will re-sign with Collingwood, according to 7Newsย reporter Tom Browne.

Moore and fellow star Pie Jordan De Goey are out of contract at season's end as COVID-19 has forced clubs to manage salary cap pressure and put a freeze on all new deals.

Despite Moore's value on the open market being sky high, negotiations between the 24-year old and Collingwood have progressed.

Sydney have been linked to Moore for the previous two years, with other clubs also expressing interest.

โ€œThereโ€™s been positive talks with Collingwood,โ€ Browne reported on Monday night.

โ€œAnd theyโ€™re very confident now he will reach a deal to re-sign with the Pies.โ€

Moore has been superb in the Magpies defence in the early rounds of this season.