It's the final week of the season for ten AFL clubs, but many still in contention have been at the centre of the latest trade stories across the competition.

It has been a busy week for Port Adelaide, who have been linked to two Victorian-based forwards, while one of their own stars is said to have a new suitor.

Richmond are again making headlines as key players reportedly seek moves elsewhere, while Collingwood have flagged their plans for the upcoming player movement period.

Here's all the latest trade news and rumours across the AFL...

New suitor emerges for Port gun

Carlton are reportedly interested in contracted Port Adelaide defender Dan Houston.

The Blues are in a difficult position to please the Power should Houston want to move to Princes Park, with the All-Australian still said to be keen to return to his home state despite a potential move to Melbourne falling through.

Carlton wouldn't be willing to part with their first-round pick for this year's draft, according toย AFL.com.au,ย who have revealed Blues coach Michael Voss - who formerly worked with the Power - may have even contacted Houston about a move.

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Pickett interest rekindled as trio of clubs keep tabs

Port Adelaide are said to have "renewed" their interest in Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett.

Pickett re-signed with the Demons last year after strong interest from the Power, who are again showing a desire to lure the South Australian to Alberton Oval, perย SEN'sย Sam Edmund.

Kysaiah Pickett during Melbourne's open training session at Gosch's Paddock, Melbourne in 2022 (Photo by Cameron Grimes/Zero Digital Sports)

Adelaide and Fremantle have also asked the question, however Pickett is contracted until the end of 2027.

STORY: PORT RENEW INTEREST IN DEMON, TWO MORE LINKED

Unsigned Saints tall on radar of rivals

St Kilda aren't expected to re-sign forward-ruck hybrid Jack Hayes, who is said to have potential suitors in Victoria.

9 News Adelaideย have reported that Hayes has interest from a number of Melbourne clubs, who could land Hayes as a delisted free agent this off-season.

Hayes has shown promise but endured a difficult three seasons at Moorabbin, having faced a number of injury setbacks during his time with the Saints.

READ: ST KILDA TALL REPORTEDLY TARGET FOR MELBOURNE CLUBSย 

Port reportedly table deal to Magpie

The Power have reportedly offered unsigned Collingwood forward Joe Richards a four-year deal.

7 News'ย Mitch Cleary revealed this week that the South Australian club is keen to lure the nine-game Magpie to South Australia as they look to bolster their small forward stocks.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MAY 24: Joe Richards of the Magpies celebrates a goal during the round 11 AFL match between Walyalup (the Fremantle Dockers) and Collingwood Magpies at Optus Stadium, on May 24, 2024, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

The Power have fallen short on moves for Will Hayward, Tyson Stengle and Ben Ainsworth this year, with Richards proving to be a potentially cheaper option with upside.

MORE: INEXPERIENCED MAGPIE OFFERED LONG-TERM DEAL BY PORT ADELAIDE

Carlton forward in sights of Dockers

Uncontracted Blues forward Jack Martin reportedly has a suitor in the form of Fremantle, who could look to lure the Carlton attacker back to WA, perย 7 News Perth'sย Ryan Daniels.

Martin remains without a deal for 2025, facing an uncertain future following a season heavily interrupted by injury.

Martin has played just three games this year and could look for a new home, while the Blues may be open to parting ways given Martin's struggles to overcome soft-tissue concerns.

STORY: MARTIN LINKED TO POTENTIAL HOMECOMINGย 

The one club that could land Petracca

Carlton are reportedly the one club that could persuade Melbourne into opening negotiations around a trade involving Christian Petracca.

With the Blues home to Coleman Medal-winning key forwards Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay, the Demons could get involved in trade talks if one of those star players are involved.

Christian Petracca during Melbourne's open training session at Gosch's Paddock, Melbourne in 2022 (Photo by Cameron Grimes/Zero Digital Sports)

3AW'sย Sam McClure revealed this week that the Demons would be willing to hear from the Blues as Petracca weighs up his future.

MORE: CARLTON VIEWED AS ONLY CLUB THAT COULD LAND PETRACCA

Bomber confirms rival club's interest

Essendon's Dylan Shiel has confirmed St Kilda are again interested in his services this year.

The Saints made a play for Shiel last year before it fell through, with the former Giant having a contract at Tullamarine until the end of 2025.

In an honest interview with 7 News, Shiel spoke on the Saints' interest, his pending decision and his intentions to play at Essendon next year.

STORY: SHIEL SPEAKS ON ST KILDA INTEREST, INTENTIONS

Tigers clarify Bolton situation after reported trade request

Richmond have stated star player Shai Bolton has not requested a trade to Western Australia.

Bolton was rumoured to have informed the Tigers of his desire to return to his home state, only for his management to deny the request but state Bolton would be open to a move.

Richmond coach Adem Yze addressed the speculation surrounding Bolton, confirming the club will sit down with a number of key players in the coming days to learn their plans for 2025 and beyond.

READ: YZE RESPONDS TO LATEST BOLTON RUMOUR

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 21: Shai Bolton of the Tigers in action during the 2022 AFL Round 10 match between the Richmond Tigers and the Essendon Bombers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on May 21, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dogs gun comments on futureย 

Western Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith has spoken on his future as Geelong and Hawthorn express an interest in his services.

Smith remains without a deal for next season at Kennel and is expected to depart the club after a season on the sidelines with an ACL injury.

After spending time away from the club this year during his recovery, Smith spoke on the speculation surrounding his future.

STORY: SMITH BREAKS SILENCE AHEAD OF CONTRACT CALL

Collingwood's potential trade plans

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has confirmed the club will look at any player who could make the club better this off-season.

While McRae didn't speak on Adelaide backman Mark Keane - who has been linked to a return to the club - the Magpies coach said he'd be keen to bring a quality player to Olympic Park.

McRae also flagged a key forward as a potential area for the reigning premiers to target, but noted the difficulty in acquiring a top line key position player.

MORE: AREA OF FOCUS FOR MAGPIES AHEAD OF OFF-SEASON REVEALED

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 07: Mark Keane of the Crows in action during the 2024 AFL Round 17 match between the Brisbane Lions and the Adelaide Crows at The Gabba on July 07, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

How good Richmond's draft hand could be

With Richmond potentially losing a handful of star players this off-season, the club could exit the trade period with a draft hand that holds seven top 21 picks.

Shai Bolton, Liam Baker and Daniel Rioli could all part for first-round picks, while Jack Graham's potential free agency exit would strengthen the Tigers' already strong draft hand via compensation.

Using a number of later picks in deals to help clubs wanting to acquire Academy and father-son tied prospects, the Tigers are positioned to add more top 20 picks this off-season.

MORE: THE FULL EXTENT OF TIGERS' POTENTIAL OFF-SEASONย 

Viney turns back on Roos interestย 

After rumours linking North Melbourne to Demons vice-captain Jack Viney, the premiership Demon re-signed with Melbourne on a new deal until the end of 2028.

Viney was already signed to the Demons until the end of next year, with the club adding a further three seasons to his deal to see him likely end his career as a one-club player.

The agreement immediately put an end to trade ties between Viney and the Kangaroos.

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