‘Really tough one for me’: Cats coach still holds out hope Ratugolea’s ‘future is at Geelong’

‘Really tough one for me’: Cats coach still holds out hope Ratugolea’s ‘future is at Geelong’

Geelong coach Chris Scott still holds out hope Esava Ratugolea will remain at the Cats, admitting the prospect of the key defender being traded is “not something I’m comfortable with” in the inflated key defender market. Ratugolea reportedly informed Geelong earlier this month of his wish to be traded to the Power – 12 months…

Saints’ real season starts now; Swans’ big list need: Brutal reviews of AFL’s bottom 12

Saints’ real season starts now; Swans’ big list need: Brutal reviews of AFL’s bottom 12

The 2023 AFL season is over for 12 clubs, with some ending with a whimper while others have built a solid foundation to build upon. Two clubs have joined the 10 who missed out on finals and will be looking to make some big moves over the off-season to fast-track their development, while the 10…

Trade requests that could come within days as Bombers accused of ‘leaking’; how Cats avoided scrutiny: Talking Points

Trade requests that could come within days as Bombers accused of ‘leaking’; how Cats avoided scrutiny: Talking Points

With their seasons over, the bottom-10 teams will now brace for trade requests — and the Darcy Parish-Essendon situation is mightily intriguing. Plus how North Melbourne won its way out of a wooden spoon again — and Geelong escaped scrutiny — and why a Magpies recruit could be the biggest loser of a selection squeeze….

Cats remain in talks over Smith; fourth club linked to Roo, twist in race for free agent — AFL Trade Whispers

Cats remain in talks over Smith; fourth club linked to Roo, twist in race for free agent — AFL Trade Whispers

Geelong reportedly remains in contention to land Western Bulldogs gun Bailey Smith, with conversations being held behind the scenes. That’s according to AFL journalist Damian Barrett, which comes after reports emerged earlier this year that the Cats were among clubs showing interest in the former No. 7 pick, who’s been forced out of the Dogs…

Tigers star linked to shock move; new frontrunner for prized free agent — AFL Trade Whispers

Tigers star linked to shock move; new frontrunner for prized free agent — AFL Trade Whispers

Amid speculation Dustin Martin could seek a move to Gold Coast to reunite with Damien Hardwick, there’s reportedly another Tiger who could pursue such a switch. According to SEN’s Sam Edmund, three-time premiership midfielder Dion Prestia has privately discussed the possibility of returning to Queensland, having started his career at the Suns before moving to…