Western Bulldogs utility Buku Khamis has reportedly told the club that he'd like to be traded in his exit meeting, with Carlton the likeliest destination.
Khamis has struggled to cement a spot in Luke Beveridge's side, playing 41 games in the past five years, with 34 of those coming in the last two seasons.
The 25-year-old joined the Bulldogs as a category B rookie ahead of the 2019 campaign, and has developed a strong skillset that can be deployed at both ends of the ground.
The Western Bulldogs' Buku Khamis has told the club he wants to be traded. Carlton his nominated club. Contracted for a year and has played 31 matches in past two years. more on @agerealfooty soon.
— peter ryan (@petryan) September 22, 2025
Khamis showcased his aerial prowess as an intercept defender, which the Blues will be looking to bolster after losing free agent Jack Silvagni to St Kilda.
The Western Jets product has also played up forward, kicking 17 goals in six VFL games.
It would be a massive acquisition for the Blues during a time of transition.
Carlton is also looking into depth ruckmen Ned Reeves (Hawthorn) and Liam Reidy (Fremantle) to replace Tom De Koning (St Kilda), with Reidy already requesting a trade to Princes Park.
Campbell Chesser will join the Blues after a stint at West Coast, returning to his home state.
