The 2023 trade period is officially open, with the nine-day exchange window set to see a host of players swap colours ahead of a new season.
All 18 clubs are likely to take part in at least one deal over the week-and-a-half, while some clubs firm as key players in several separate deals.
Free agency opened last Friday and will run for one week, with a trio of deals already over the line.
Below is our 2023 AFL trade guide, covering each club's potential and confirmed ins and outs, trade rumours, draft picks and more.
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DRAFT ORDER: THE PICKS YOUR CLUBS HOLDS FOR 2023
The Crows quickly emerged as a potential buyer for Melbourne's Clayton Oliver, who is now set to remain in the red and blue. Adelaide are set to secure the services of two-time Frosty Miller Medal winner Chris Burgess from the Suns as they look to add depth to their attacking options. That could allow Elliott Himmelberg to make his way to GWS and link up with his brother in NSW, while another forward in Shane McAdam is looking to get to Melbourne. The Crows have confirmed they'll lose Tom Doedee to Brisbane via free agency, meaning unsigned backman James Borlase could earn a new deal with the loss of the intercept defender.
Potential Ins: Chris BurgessÂ
Potential Outs: Tom Doedee, Shane McAdam, Elliott Himmelberg
Picks: 9, 21, 24
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Tyler Brown (delisted), Jackson Hately (delisted), Andrew McPherson (delisted), Tariek Newchurch (delisted), Paul Seedsman (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Matt Crouch (2025), Billy Dowling (2026), Darcy Fogarty (2025), Chayce Jones (2026), Mark Keane (2025), Max Michalanney (2026), Lachlan Murphy (2025), Nick Murray (2025), Luke Nankervis (2025), Harry Schoenberg (2025), Rory Sloane (2024), Jake Soligo (2029), Kieran Strachan (2025), Zac Taylor (2025), Taylor Walker (2024), Josh Worrell (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 James Borlase, Tom Doedee, Shane McAdam |
The Lions have done well so far this off-season, with young midfielder Deven Robertson deciding to recommit to the club for a further two years while Adelaide free agent Tom Doedee has opted for a move to Brisbane. The only looming loss for the Queensland club comes in the form of fringe tall Tom Fullarton, who is said to be seeking a switch to Melbourne.
Potential Ins: Tom Doedee
Potential Outs: Tom Fullarton
Picks:Â 27, 48, 58, 64
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Marcus Adams (retired), Nakia Cockatoo (retired), Daniel Rich (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Callum Ah Chee (2025), Zac Bailey (2026), Jaspa Fletcher (2026), Darcy Fort (2025), Eric Hipwood (2029), Darragh Joyce (2024), Ryan Lester (2024), Kai Lohmann (2025), James Madden (2024), Oscar McInerney (2026), Conor McKenna (2025), Jack Payne (2029), Deven Robertson (2025), Harry Sharp (2025), Henry Smith (2026), Darcy Wilmot (2027) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Blake Coleman, Tom Fullarton, Rhys Mathieson, Darryl McDowell-White, Carter Michael, Dayne Zorko |
The Blues have received trade requests from fringe pair Paddy Dow and Zac Fisher, who are looking to get to St Kilda and North Melbourne respectively. Neither deal will likely pocket Carlton a high-end draft pick, but one of those selections could be used in talks with Gold Coast as the Blues show an interest in Suns midfielder Elijah Hollands.
Potential Ins: Elijah Hollands
Potential Outs: Paddy Dow, Zac Fisher
Picks:Â 16, 67, 75
| 2024 GAINS Matt Duffy (2024), Rob Monahan (2024) |
| 2024 LOSSES Ed Curnow (retired), Josh Honey (delisted), Lochie O'Brien (delisted), Sam Philp (delisted), Lachie Plowman (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Domanic Akuei (2024), Jaxon Binns (2025), Alex Cincotta (2024), Lachlan Cowan (2026), David Cuningham (2024), Tom De Koning (2025), Sam Docherty (2025), Sam Durdin (2024), Lachie Fogarty (2024), Oliver Hollands (2026), Brodie Kemp (2025), Harry Lemmey (2025), Caleb Marchbank (2024), Mitch McGovern (2025), Nic Newman (2025), Hudson O'Keeffe (2024), Marc Pittonet (2027), Jack Silvagni (2025), Lewis Young (2026) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Paddy Dow |
Following the highs of their premiership-winning performance last month, Collingwood's fortune has since turned as far as trade plans. The premiers have lost out in pursuit of free agent pair Tom Doedee and Todd Goldstein, while contracted midfielder Taylor Adams has requested a trade to Sydney. The Magpies are likely seeking a second-round selection from the Swans given they view Adams as a required player, with Sydney currently holding Picks 23 and 31. The Magpies have also been linked to Port Adelaide wingman Xavier Duursma.
Potential Ins: -
Potential Outs: Taylor Adams
Picks:Â 18, 36, 77
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Trent Bianco (delisted), Arlo Draper (delisted), Cooper Murley (delisted), Trey Ruscoe (delisted), Tom Wilson (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Edward Allan (2026), Mason Cox (2025), Jack Crisp (2026), Josh Daicos (2030), Nick Daicos (2029), Harvey Harrison (2025), Jeremy Howe (2024), Ashley Johnson (2025), Oleg Markov (2024), Brody Mihocek (2025), Scott Pendlebury (2024) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Aiden Begg, Josh Carmichael, Will Kelly, Nathan Kreuger |
The Bombers will be one of the busier clubs over the next nine days, with a trio of free agents potentially heading to Tullamarine from rivalling Victorian clubs. North Melbourne pair Todd Goldstein and Ben McKay are looking to make the move to Essendon, while St Kilda restricted free agent Jade Gresham is also tipped to become a Bomber. A deal for Gresham could be the first part of a three-stage deal with the Saints that would see Dylan Shiel head the other way in a subsequent trade agreement. The Bombers are also set to farewell Brandon Zerk-Thatcher to Port Adelaide and could ask for Power wingman Xavier Duursma in return. Second-year flanker Massimo D'Ambrosio is seeking a move to Hawthorn and will likely pocket the Bombers a third or fourth-round pick.
Potential Ins: Ben McKay, Todd Goldstein, Jade Gresham, Xavier Duursma
Potential Outs: Brandon Zerk-Thatcher, Massimo D'Ambrosio, Dylan Shiel
Picks:Â 8, 28, 49, 70
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Alastair Lord (delisted), Cian McBride (delisted), Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti (retired), Rhett Montgomerie (delisted), Anthony Munkara (delisted), Andrew Phillips (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Kaine Baldwin (2024), Nick Bryan (2025), Sam Draper (2025), Dyson Heppell (2024), Ben Hobbs (2025), Harrison Jones (2024), Darcy Parish (2028), Mason Redman (2028), Peter Wright (2027) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Massimo D'Ambrosio, Jaiden Hunter, Will Snelling, Patrick Voss, Brandon Zerk-Thatcher |
The Dockers officially lost defender Joel Hamling to Sydney over the weekend, with no compensation coming Fremantle's way despite the WA club tabling a deal to the 30-year-old. Small forward/wingman Liam Henry is also set for the east coast via a move to St Kilda. The Dockers don't have any notable incoming names but could make a move for Gold Coast's Jeremy Sharp either through the trade period or delisted free agency.
Potential Ins:
Potential Outs: Liam Henry
Picks:Â 22, 43, 57, 61
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Eric Benning (delisted), Travis Colyer (delisted), Nathan Wilson (delisted), Joel Hamling (Sydney Swans) |
| RE-SIGNED Jye Amiss (2029), Will Brodie (2026), Brennan Cox (2030), Joshua Draper (2025), Nat Fyfe (2025), Matthew Johnson (2026), Luke Ryan (2027), Lachlan Schultz (2024), Caleb Serong (2027), Sam Sturt (2024), Sam Switkowski (2026), Michael Walters (2025), Karl Worner (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Liam Henry |
The Cats' opening selection of Pick 7 is up for grabs for the right price, which will fetch strong interest from a number of potential suitors. The Cats are set to move defender Esava Ratugolea to Port Adelaide but will be firm in their negotiations. Geelong have been linked to delisted Bulldog Tim O'Brien, who could be a depth recruit option through delisted free agency following Ratugolea's expected departure.
Potential Ins: -Â
Potential Outs: Esava Ratugolea
Picks:Â 7
| 2024 GAINS Joe Furphy (2024) |
| 2024 LOSSES Jonathon Ceglar (retired), Sam Menegola (delisted), Osca Riccardi (delisted), Sam Simpson (delisted), Isaac Smith (retired), Cooper Whyte (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Mark Blicavs (2025), Sam De Koning (2025), Mitch Knevitt (2025), Gryan Miers (2026), Shannon Neale (2025), Tyson Stengle (2024), James Willis (2024) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Mitch Hardie, Tom Hawkins, Flynn Kroeger, Oscar Murdoch, Esava Ratugolea, Rhys Stanley, Zach Tuohy |
The Suns are set to farewell several members of their VFL premiership side and will also be shipping off Pick 4 as they place a focus on their trio of leading Academy prospects at the draft. Forward pair Mabior Chol and Chris Burgess are looking to move to Hawthorn and Adelaide respectively, while midfielder Elijah Hollands could land at Carlton. The Western Bulldogs could offer as many as three first-round picks for Pick 4, with Picks 10, 17 and a future first potentially on the table.
Potential Ins: -
Potential Outs: Mabior Chol, Chris Burgess, Elijah Hollands
Picks:Â 4, 29, 35, 45, 50, 59, 63, 68, 71
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Jed Anderson (delisted), Connor Blakely (retired), Charlie Constable (delisted), Brodie McLaughlin (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Noah Anderson (2027), Sam Flanders (2027), Bailey Humphrey (2028), Malcolm Rosas (2025), Matthew Rowell (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Sandy Brock, Levi Casboult, Sam Day, Jy Farrar, Oskar Faulkhead, Hewego Paul Oea, Alex Sexton, Jeremy Sharp, Jake Stein, James Tsitas, Bodhi Uwland |
The Giants were involved in the second confirmed deal of free agency as ruckman Matt Flynn made his way to West Coast on a three-year deal, with the Giants pocketing Pick 40 as compensation. Adelaide forward Elliott Himelberg could switch SA for NSW and link up with his brother Harry to help bolster Adam Kingsley's forward stocks. Port Adelaide's Orazio Fantasia is another name that has been linked to the Giants as he looks to cement his playing future.
Potential Ins: Elliot Himmelberg, Orazio Fantasia
Potential Outs: -Â
Picks:Â 6, 15, 40, 56, 74, 76
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Phil Davis (retired), Cameron Fleeton (delisted), Matthew Flynn (West Coast Eagles), Jason Gillbee (delisted), Daniel Lloyd (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Leek Aleer (2025), Lachie Ash (2025), Kieren Briggs (2026), Callum M Brown (2025), Jack Buckley (2026), Finn Callaghan (2025), Wade Derksen (2026), Tom Green (2027), Max Gruzewski (2026), Harrison Himmelberg (2029), Toby McMullin (2025), Xavier O'Halloran (2025), Jake Riccardi (2026), Harry Rowston (2026), Jacob Wehr (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Cooper Hamilton, Lachlan Keeffe, Braydon Preuss, Callan Ward |
The Hawks are looking to bring two in and send two out this trade period, with Essendon's Massimo D'Ambrosio and Gold Coast's Mabior Chol both keen to work under Sam Mitchell. Their arrivals will come as forward pair Jacob Koschitzke and Tyler Brockman seek moves to Richmond and West Coast respectively. The Hawks have been closely linked to Bulldog Bailey Smith but have played down suggestions of a trade for the midfielder.
Potential Ins: Massimo D'Ambrosio, Mabior Chol
Potential Outs: Jacob Koschitzke, Tyler Brockman
Picks:Â 3, 30, 51
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Emerson Jeka (delisted), Max Lynch (retired), Josh Morris (delisted), Fionn O'Hara (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED James Blanck (2024), Sam Butler (2025), Jarman Impey (2026), Connor MacDonald (2025), Cameron Mackenzie (2025), Dylan Moore (2026), Max Ramsden (2025), Ned Reeves (2026), Brandon Ryan (2024), Josh Ward (2025), Chad Wingard (2024), James Worpel (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Lachie Bramble, Tyler Brockman, Fergus Greene, Jacob Koschitzke, Ned Long |
The Demons have confirmed midfielder Clayton Oliver will remain at the club for the foreseeable future after speculation surrounded the gun onballer last week. Melbourne have already lost James Jordon to Sydney via free agency, with ruckman Brodie Grundy potentially joining him through the trade period. Midfielder James Harmes is assessing his options and could land at the Western Bulldogs. Adelaide forward Shane McAdam and Brisbane tall Tom Fullarton have both requested moves to Melbourne.
Potential Ins: Tom Fullarton, Shane McAdam
Potential Outs: Brodie Grundy, James Harmes
Picks:Â 5, 13, 25, 33, 39
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Luke Dunstan (retired), Michael Hibberd (retired), James Jordon (Sydney Swans), Deakyn Smith (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Kade Chandler (2026), Kyah Farris-White (2024), Blake Howes (2025), Matthew Jefferson (2026), Jake Lever (2028), Steven May (2025), Judd McVee (2025), Alex Neal-Bullen (2026), Kysaiah Pickett (2027), Trent Rivers (2027), Josh Schache (2024), Oliver Sestan (2024), Jacob Van Rooyen (2025), Will Verrall (2024), Taj Woewodin (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Jake Melksham, Andy Moniz-Wakefield, Kye Turner |
The Roos will lose Todd Goldstein and Ben McKay to Essendon via free agency, with the latter potentially seeing North Melbourne secure Pick 3 as compensation. The Kangaroos are set to add some run to their squad through moves for Sydney onballer Dylan Stephens and Carlton's Zac Fisher. Richmond free agent Bigo Nyuon has reportedly met with the club and could be a cheap pickup. The Roos are among the clubs that could make a move for Pick 1, and they have a draft hand that will trump any other potential buyer.
Potential Ins: Zac Fisher, Dylan Stephens, Bigoa Nyuon
Potential Outs: Todd Goldstein, Ben McKay
Picks:Â 2, 14, 19, 42, 54, 62
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Ben Cunnington (retired), Jacob Edwards (delisted), Aaron Hall (retired), Daniel Howe (retired), Flynn Perez (delisted), Phoenix Spicer (delisted), Lachie Young (delisted), Jack Ziebell (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Jackson Archer (2024), Charlie Comben (2025), Luke Davies-Uniacke (2025), Kallan Dawson (2024), Blake Drury (2024), Hamish Free (2024), Josh Goater (2025), Harry Sheezel (2026), Liam Shiels (2024), Jy Simpkin (2029), George Wardlaw (2026) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Aiden Bonar, Todd Goldstein, Jack Mahony, Ben McKay, Kayne Turner |
The Power are looking to bring in four players through the trade period, with two key defenders and two ruckmen on their radar. Geelong's Esava Ratugolea and Essendon's Brandon Zerk-Thatcher are looking to land at Alberton, as is Western Bulldogs tall Jordon Sweet. Contracted Tigers ruckman Ivan Soldo has also been linked to Port Adelaide, but there'll be some pull from Richmond to keep him at Punt Road. Winger Xavier Duursma has emerged as a target for Victorian clubs given the Power are needing to bolster their draft hand to attain their trade targets, while off-contract forward Orazio Fantasia has reportedly met with GWS and could make the switch to his third club.
Potential Ins: Esava Ratugolea, Brandon Zerk-Thatcher, Jordon Sweet, Ivan Soldo
Potential Outs: Xavier Duursma, Orazio Fantasia
Picks:Â 38, 46, 73
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Nathan Barkla (delisted), Riley Bonner (delisted), Trent Dumont (delisted), Tom Jonas (retired), Brynn Teakle (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Miles Bergman (2025), Travis Boak (2024), Jase Burgoyne (2025), Charlie Dixon (2024), Kane Farrell (2025), Mitchell Georgiades (2027), Hugh Jackson (2024), Ollie Lord (2024), Jed McEntee (2025), Trent McKenzie (2024), Quinton Narkle (2024), Sam Powell-Pepper (2025), Dylan Williams (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Orazio Fantasia, Sam Hayes, Scott Lycett |
The Tigers are set to gain Hawthorn forward Jacob Koschitzke as they look to build support around Tom Lynch through the player movement window. He might cost the Punt Road club a third or fourth-round pick in return. Ruckman Ivan Soldo is set to be weighing up a potential move to Port Adelaide, with the Tigers keen to hold the second-string ruckman to his contract. Free agent Bigoa Nyuon remains unsigned and is said to have met with the Kangaroos.
Potential Ins: Jacob Koschitzke
Potential Outs: Ivan Soldo, Bigoa Nyuon
Picks:Â 26, 47, 65
| 2024 GAINS Oliver Hayes-Brown (2024) |
| 2024 LOSSES Kaelan Bradtke (delisted), Trent Cotchin (retired), Jack Riewoldt (retired), Robbie Tarrant (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Noah Balta (2025), Jacob Bauer (2025), Shai Bolton (2028), Nathan Broad (2025), Seth Campbell (2024), Matt Coulthard (2024), Thomson Dow (2024), Dylan Grimes (2024), James Trezise (2024), Tylar Young (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Mate Colina, Rhyan Mansell, Bigoa Nyuon, Hugo Ralphsmith |
The Saints are set to acquire Paddy Dow from Carlton following the midfielder's trade request to reunite under former list manager Stephen Silvagni. Fremantle small forward Liam Henry is also looking to land at Moorabbin, while Essendon's Dylan Shiel might follow as part of a deal between the Saints and Bombers that comes after Jade Gresham's expected move to Tullamarine. St Kilda defender Nick Coffield is also said to be seeking a move away from Linton Street and wants to link up with the Bulldogs.
Potential Ins: Dylan Shiel, Paddy Dow, Liam Henry
Potential Outs: Nick Coffield, Jade Gresham
Picks:Â 12, 32, 53
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Oscar Adams (delisted), Jack Bytel (delisted), Leo Connolly (delisted), Jack Peris (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Anthony Caminiti (2026), Jack Higgins (2027), Jack Sinclair (2027), Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (2025), Callum Wilkie (2027) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Ryan Byrnes, Tom Campbell, Hunter Clark, Nicholas Coffield, Jade Gresham, Thomas Highmore, Zak Jones, Daniel McKenzie, Liam Stocker, Jimmy Webster |
The Swans have already added two free agents to their books, with Melbourne's James Jordon and Fremantle's Joel Hamling both signing with Sydney. The Swans have emerged as a likely landing spot for Collingwood's Taylor Adams following his surprised request to fly the nest and head north, while his old teammate and Demons ruckman Brodie Grundy is also expected to become a Swan. Sydney midfielder Dylan Stephens is expected to make the move to North Melbourne as the club's only loss.
Potential Ins: Taylor Adams, Brodie Grundy
Potential Outs: Dylan Stephens
Picks:Â 11, 23, 31, 44, 52
| 2024 GAINS James Jordon (Melbourne Demons, 2024), Joel Hamling (Fremantle Dockers) |
| 2024 LOSSES Lance Franklin (retired), Tom Hickey (retired), Paddy McCartin (retired) |
| RE-SIGNED Joel Amartey (2026), Nick Blakey (2031), Hayden McLean (2027), Lewis Melican (2024), Dane Rampe (2025), Angus Sheldrick (2025) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Ryan Clarke, Will Gould, Hugo Hall-Kahan, Jaiden Magor, Cameron Owen, Lachie Rankin, Sam Reid, Marc Sheather, Dylan Stephens, Sam Wicks |
While the Eagles missed out on Brisbane onballer Deven Robertson, they were successful in their pursuit of GWS ruckman Matt Flynn via free agency. West Coast are also well-placed to land Hawthorn small forward Tyler Brockman. Pick 1 will fetch some bold offers from keen rivals, but the Eagles are likely to hold onto the selection unless a goliath offer is put on the table.
Potential Ins: Tyler Brockman
Potential Outs: -
Picks:Â 1, 20, 34, 41, 55, 60
| 2024 GAINS Matthew Flynn (GWS Giants, 2026) |
| 2024 LOSSES Greg Clark (delisted), Luke Foley (delisted), Shannon Hurn (retired), Nic Naitanui (retired), Xavier O'Neill (delisted), Sam Petrevski-Seton (delisted), Luke Shuey (retired), Connor West (delisted), Isiah Winder (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Jamie Cripps (2025), Jai Culley (2024), Luke Edwards (2025), Reuben Ginbey (2026), Elijah Hewett (2026), Brady Hough (2025), Callum Jamieson (2025), Noah Long (2026), Jeremy McGovern (2025), Jack Petruccelle (2025), Jake Waterman (2025), Jack Williams (2024), Alex Witherden (2024) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Jordyn Baker, Tyrell Dewar, Zane Trew |
The Bulldogs' business plans have ramped up over the past week with St Kilda's Nick Coffield looking to make his way to Whitten Oval. The former top 10 pick could be joined by Melbourne's James Harmes, who is looking for a fresh start and has been given the green light to find a new home. The Dogs will move fringe ruckman Jordon Sweet to Port Adelaide, while their interest in Pick 4 could lead to a successful landing as the Suns weigh up bidders.
Potential Ins: Nick Coffield, James Harmes
Potential Outs: Jordon Sweet
Picks:Â 10, 17, 37, 66, 69, 72
| 2024 GAINS None |
| 2024 LOSSES Josh Bruce (retired), Mitch Hannan (delisted), Robbie McComb (delisted), Tim O'Brien (delisted), Cody Raak (delisted) |
| RE-SIGNED Oskar Baker (2025), Luke Cleary (2025), Sam Darcy (2025), Ryan Gardner (2026), Arthur Jones (2025), Alex Keath (2024), Buku Khamis (2024), Tom Liberatore (2024), Aaron Naughton (2032), James O'Donnell (2025), Caleb Poulter (2025), Ed Richards (2025), Anthony Scott (2025), Laitham Vandermeer (2025), Bailey Williams (2027) |
| OFF CONTRACT 2023 Dominic Bedendo, Hayden Crozier, Taylor Duryea, Toby McLean, Lachlan McNeil, Roarke Smith, Jordon Sweet |