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LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - JULY 19: Zak Butters of the Power looks dejected after a loss during the 2025 AFL Round 19 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Port Adelaide Power at UTAS Stadium on July 19, 2025 in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘I want to be there to see that’: Butters on bigger Port picture

There’s a view Zak Butters might have left Alberton during the trade period if Port was open to a move – but the AFL’s most in-demand free agent says otherwise. But what about next year?

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 12: Josh Weddle of the Hawks celebrates a goal during the AFL First Semi Final match between the Adelaide Crows and the Hawthorn Hawks at Adelaide Oval on September 12, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

$10 million man? Hawks unbothered by Dons’ ‘PR move’

There are a host of guns with contracts set to expire at the end of next year. Josh Weddle may just be the most fascinating case of the lot. Will he re-sign? JON RALPH has his say.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. May 9th, 2025 . AFL . Round 9. St Kilda vs Carlton at the MCG. Charlie Curnow of the Blues celebrates a 1st quarter goal . Picture: Michael Klein

‘Long year’: Carlton insider reveals how Swans can help Charlie thrive

Former Carlton footy boss Brad Lloyd knows all about what Charlie Curnow brings to the table — both on and off the field. Lloyd assesses Curnow’s 2025 and what he can provide the Swans.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 10: Zak Butters of the Power during the 2025 AFL Round 09 match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Adelaide Crows at Adelaide Oval on May 10, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Done deal? Former coach names Butters’ potential next club

He’s committed to Port Adelaide for 2026 but where will Zak Butters be after that? Chad Cornes, who worked closely with the Power star, might have the answer.

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Ruthless Swans show the way.

Ruthless Swans’ sacrifice shows way where Hawks, Cats fell short

It was a similar philosophy that saw the Cats and Hawks miss out on a big fish. Josh Barnes looks at the delicate balance of chasing stars while maintaining a strong locker room culture.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JULY 04: Leek Aleer of the Giants in action during the 2025 AFL Round 17 match between the West Coast Eagles and the GWS Giants at Optus Stadium on July 4, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Watch: Three Vic clubs should hunt Aleer after Saints snubbing

It was the trade move, or non move, that has shocked all onlookers of the AFL trade period. So why did the Saints turn their back on Leek Aleer? Our experts discuss on the Code AFL show.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 08: Charlie Curnow of the Blues kicks a goal during the 2025 AFL Round 13 match between the Carlton Blues v Essendon Bombers at Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 8, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Blues set to reject historic Curnow offer

Geelong attempted to turn trade period on its head by offering the biggest deal in history for Charlie Curnow – but it’s still not enough for the Blues.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 15: Oscar Allen of the Eagles handpasses the ball during the 2025 AFL Round 14 match between the West Coast Eagles and the Carlton Blues at Optus Stadium on June 15, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Why Allen compo could be last of its kind, Oliver set to make call

The Eagles have been handed pick two for losing their captain, but it could be the last time we see a pick so high handed out. Plus, Clayton Oliver has made his choice. Recap day three here.

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The AFL Trade Period lingo.

What clubs really mean behind the bulldust of trade period lingo

From ‘due dilligence’ to ‘going nuclear’ — it seems AFL clubs are speaking in code at times during the trade period. We cut through the junk to find hidden meaning behind the lingo.

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Damien Hardwick and Christian Petracca.

Dimma’s pitch that saw Trac snub Crows, Hawks’ Humphrey offer

Christian Petracca had a choice between two clubs — and a pitch from Damien Hardwick convinced him to pick the Suns over the Crows. Plus what Hawthorn are likely prepared to offer for Bailey Humphrey.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Clayton Oliver of the Demons looks on during the 2025 AFL Round 07 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Richmond Tigers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 24, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Oliver takes swipe at Dees as he ponders next footy home

Outgoing Melbourne star Clayton Oliver is touring new footy homes and has taken a swipe at his Demons on the way out. Plus, one key Pies midfielder won’t be moving despite speculation. Trade period day two news.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 4th April, 2025 . AFL Round 4. Geelong vs Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong . Christian Petracca of the Demons . Picture: Michael Klein

How Suns land recruits, Academy guns — without losing Humphrey

The Suns are one of the biggest players this trade period. But they also have two Academy stars to worry about come draft night. Chris Cavanagh unpacks how they get it all done.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Will Hayward of the Swans celebrates with James Rowbottom of the Swans after making a tackle on Miles Bergman of the Power during the AFL Preliminary Final match between Sydney Swans and Port Adelaide Power at Sydney Cricket Ground, on September 20, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

Life as a free agent: Swan opens up on rejecting mega offer

Sydney are currently trying to turn Carlton’s head on a trade for Charlie Curnow, but it was the Blues who came for a key Swan last year. Find out more on what life is like as a free agent here.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 27: Zak Butters of the Power reacts during the 2025 AFL Round 20 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Port Adelaide Power at Adelaide Oval on July 27, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Even if Butters is gone in 2026, there’s no way he can leave now

Make no mistake, if Zak Butters could leave Port Adelaide this year, he would. But there’s a reason the Power won’t let him go, even if they would get a king’s ransom right now.

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AFL trade period day 1.

What your club said on frenetic first day of trade period

There weren’t any trades completed on day one, but every club faced the music on their plans for the exchange period — and some revealed more than others. See where it all stands here.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 25: Zach Merrett of the Bombers leads his team out onto the field during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on February 25, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Bombers won’t take Hawks’ calls on Merrett move

Essendon says it won’t trade Zach Merrett under any circumstances. Does Hawthorn have a Plan B? Plus the latest on Cam Mackenzie, Zane Duursma and more.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Clayton Oliver of the Demons runs with the ball during the round seven AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on April 24, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Oliver to Collingwood? Pies join trade race after GWS curve ball

Collingwood is in the mix for Clayton Oliver after approaching the Melbourne star’s management about what ‘seems like a really good thing’ for the club. But GWS has thrown a curve ball.

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AFL Trade Period Ultimate Guide.

Ultimate guide: Intel on where your club stands in AFL trade period

Who’s coming and who’s leaving? What is your club’s recruiting strategy? Those questions answered and plenty more intel in this ultimate guide to silly season.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 02: Brody Mihocek and Jordan De Goey of the Magpies celebrate a goal during the round 21 AFL match between Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 02, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Mihocek tells Pies he’s gone, Dons’ Draper compo confirmed

It might be Saturday, but the AFL’s off-season exchange period doesn’t stop, with Brody Mihocek telling Collingwood he’s off and Sam Draper’s move to Brisbane complete.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 13: Sam Flanders of the Suns celebrates a goal during the AFL Second Semi Final match between the Brisbane Lions and the Gold Coast Suns at the Gabba on September 13, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The big Flanders call that could unlock trade period

St Kilda has won the race for Sam Flanders with the Gold Coast gun choosing the Saints over two big Victorian rivals – and it could pave the way for Christian Petracca’s move north.

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Bailey Humphrey meets with Melbourne.

Big Vic clubs make covert move to bring young star home

In a matter of hours on Friday, Bailey Humphrey’s future went from locked in at Gold Coast to reconsidering his options as Collingwood and Melbourne seized their opportunity.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 24: Rowan Marshall of the Saints marks the ball during the round 24 AFL match between Greater Western Sydney Giants and St Kilda Saints at ENGIE Stadium on August 24, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Star Saint requests trade to Victorian rival

Just hours after Tom De Koning officially joined St Kilda, Rowan Marshall has declared his intentions to leave the club. Josh Barnes has the details.

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AFL Free Agency Day 1

Blues armed for 2025 draft after opening day of free agency frenzy

The AFL’s silly season is here, with the first day of free agency opening today. And we’ve already had plenty of movement across the competition.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. April 27th, 2025 . AFL Round 7. Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG . Charlie Curnow of the Blues celebrates a 2nd quarter goal . Picture: Michael Klein

Key Swan accepts he may be part of potential Curnow deal

While he may not be requesting a trade, a Sydney forward is on high alert with the club’s pursuit of Charlie Curnow expected to ramp up next week.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Christian Petracca of the Demons watches on ahead of the round seven AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on April 24, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Ah Chee? Tick. Tex? Tick. But how do Crows land Petracca?

In a big win for Adelaide, two-time premiership Lion Callum Ah Chee is set to be a Crow. But they’re not stopping there, even if a deal for Christian Petracca could be tough to land.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Christian Petracca of the Demons is chaired from the ground after playing his 200th match, the round 11 AFL match between Narrm (Melbourne Demons) and Sydney Swans at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on May 25, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Petracca meets with Suns as King makes promise to superstar

In Adelaide on Monday and the Gold Coast today, it’s clear Christian Petracca wants out. But new Dees coach Steven King hasn’t given up, making a promise to the superstar.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Jamie Elliott of the Magpies appeals to the umpire during the AFL First Preliminary Final match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Pies fight off Suns’ interest to re-sign premiership hero

Despite plenty of rival interest and a salary cap squeeze on at the Pies, one of their best of the 2025 season has committed to finishing his career in the black and white.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Christian Petracca of the Demons looks to pass the ball during the round 22 AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Western Bulldogs at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 10, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Petracca follows Jamarra to Suns HQ to meet senior club figures

Demons star Christian Petracca has arrived at the Gold Coast hours after Jamarra Ugle-Hagan was spotted at the Suns’ headquarters to meet with the club’s leaders and officials.

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Christian Petracca at the Crows

Shock rival suitor could snatch Petracca off Crows

Melbourne star Christian Petracca did a fitness test in Adelaide on Monday for the Crows, but another club could be set to swoop — and it could make the Dees much happier.

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AFL Trade Period intel 2025

Ultimate trade guide: The latest intel on who’s really going

Could this be the biggest AFL trade period we’ve ever seen? The names linked to an off-season move are increasing every day. Get the latest on your club’s targets.

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