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AFL 2019: State of Play — where 24 major AFL trade storylines sit
ALEX KEATH
Status: Out of contract at the end of 2019
State of play: Alex Keath is 27 and has only played 29 games, but after a brilliant season at Adelaide the former cricketer is one of the best intercepting defenders in the AFL right now, which could see him included in the All-Australian squad. The Western Bulldogs, Hawthorn and St Kilda all need a key defender and could swoop on Keath, while Melbourne has also been linked to the emerging star.
Likely scenario: With Daniel Talia, Kyle Hartigan and Jake Kelly in Don Pyke’s side and Tom Doedee to return from a knee reconstruction next year, the Crows are well stocked down back and might not be able to match what other clubs offer him. Key defenders are hard to land from other clubs so expect offers to continue to come until he makes a decision.
AARON FRANCIS
Status: Out of contract at the end of 2019
State of play: Aaron Francis has been moved around in 2019 and is reportedly seeking clarity around what his future role looks like before recommitting to Essendon. The South Australian has played 13 games this year — the most of his career — but has struggled to lock down a permanent spot down back.
Likely scenario: Francis wants to play in a defensive key post, but with Michael Hurley and Cale Hooker holding down those roles, the young gun might choose to move for greater opportunity.
ANTHONY MCDONALD-TIPUNGWUTI
Status: Out of contract at the end of 2019
State of play: Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti has become a genuine match winner this season. When he plays well, Essendon usually banks four premiership points. He has put off contract talks until the end of the season and rival clubs are circling. Elite small forwards are hard to find and the Western Bulldogs, Carlton and North Melbourne have all been linked to him.
Likely scenario: Essendon champion Tim Watson believes the excitement machine could command a deal of $600,000 per season. The Bombers might not be able to pay that much, opening the door for others to pinch him.
BRADLEY HILL
Status: Contracted until the end of 2021
State of play: The three-time Hawthorn premiership wingman has two years to run on the deal he signed when he joined the Dockers at the end of 2017, but has continued to be linked to a move back to the Hawks. That noise was there last trade period and it is back. The Hawks secured Tom Scully last year and also have Ricky Henderson and Isaac Smith, so they are well stocked when it comes to wingmen. But if it isn’t Hawthorn, it might be another Victorian club such as Melbourne — which is weighing up a strong push for Hill — or St Kilda.
Likely scenario: Plenty of clubs need a gun wingman in the modern game and Hill is one of the very best. He is contracted at Fremantle, but that might not stop him ending up back in Victoria.
STEPHEN HILL
Status: Contracted until the end of 2019
State of play: Stephen Hill was one of the premier wingmen in the AFL only a few years ago, but injuries have limited him to just 16 games across the past two seasons — including just three in 2019. Some believe that he will move to where his brother Bradley plays next season. It might seem unusual that a club would take two wingmen at the same time, but some clubs — like Melbourne — need two genuine wingmen right now. Gold Coast has been linked to Hill before and could try to lure him across the country again.
Likely scenario: A fresh start appears to be the best thing for Hill moving forward, especially if a club like Gold Coast dangles some long term security in front of the 29-year-old.
ED LANGDON
Status: Contracted until the end of 2019
State of play: The out-of-contract Docker is a wanted man back in Melbourne. St Kilda, North Melbourne, Melbourne, the Western Bulldogs and Collingwood — where his brother Tom plays — have all shown interest in his services. Langdon has played every game this season after playing 21 in a breakout 2018.
Likely scenario: The longer it takes Langdon to put pen to paper in the west, the more likely a move becomes for the wingman, with Melbourne the likely option. What happens with the Hill brothers is also likely to dictate what happens with Langdon.
JACK MARTIN
Status: Out of contract at the end of 2019.
State of play: Essendon was very keen on securing the talented Sun last year, but have since cooled on the idea, predominantly because of the cash the club threw at Dylan Shiel. Despite this, it’s likely Martin will attract interest from Victorian clubs. Martin’s partner is from Victoria, which could influence his decision.
Likely scenario: Stuart Dew and the Gold Coast Suns are optimistic Martin will follow in the footsteps of the likes of David Swallow and Touk Miller in committing to the club. That prospect remains unlikely.