Western Bulldogs chase Blues star Andrew Walker

[BulldogBelle]

* Jon Ralph and Mark Stevens
* From: Herald Sun
* September 28, 2010 12:00AM

Walker, 24, is contracted to Carlton but the Blues have given the former No. 2 draft pick permission to speak to the Bulldogs.

He has already met Adelaide, which is desperate to recruit high-profile players.

The Blues have rebuffed a direct swap for out-of-favour Bulldog Andrejs Everitt.

They regard Walker, a 100-game player, as significant currency, despite his history of shoulder injuries.

The Bulldogs will use their first two draft selections on father-son picks Mitchell Wallis and Thomas Liberatore, lessening their options.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/af...-1225930405577

[chef]

Please make it happen.

[Greystache]

Please make it happen.

Chef do you think he's much more than a slightly more athletic version of Addison?

[chef]

Chef do you think he's much more than a slightly more athletic version of Addison?

I'm probably the wrong person to ask for an unbiased opinion on Andrew. I would say he would be a more athletic Hill but quicker with better intensity and a longer kick.

[Desipura]

Walker does not mind the body on body contact, can play a run with role as well as get his own footy. Is flexible enough to play multiple positions ie. down back or up forward as well as play in the middle.

Kicked a few goals in the final against Sydney and provided a good marking option.
Walker is the type of player we need, 24yo with 100 games experience and does not shirk a contest.

[Greystache]

I'm probably the wrong person to ask for an unbiased opinion on Andrew. I would say he would be a more athletic Hill but quicker with better intensity and a longer kick.

You may be somewhat. That's a fair wrap!

[chef]

You may be somewhat. That's a fair wrap!

I know.

[Bulldog Revolution]

Good athlete, not exactly sure where he would play in our setup

Doesn't kick it that well, or make great decisions

[Mantis]

Since when did Andrew Walker become a 'star'?

[chef]

Since when did Andrew Walker become a 'star'?

When he was drafted at number 2, I thought the same thing when I saw the headline.

[bornadog]

Sounds like Everitt, Hill and Stack are all wanting out.

[Mantis]

Sounds like Everitt, Hill and Stack are all wanting out.

It's hardly surprising.

[EasternWest]

Since when did Andrew Walker become a 'star'?

Since the reporter took Carlton's word for it.

[Mofra]

Interesting that Everitt is deemed not good enough to get the deal done. Carlton's reputation of being horrible to deal with just gained more traction.

[Greystache]

Interesting that Everitt is deemed not good enough to get the deal done. Carlton's reputation of being horrible to deal with just gained more traction.

I'm not sure Melbourne would agree with that- Pick 11 for Brock McLean LOL!