A mid-season trade period is expected to come into the footy calendar as early as next year, but there are sure to be some clubs (and players) who wish deals could be done in May.

The AFL's recent collective bargaining agreement has given the league the power to introduce a mid-year player movement window, with the structure and guidelines for the concept yet to be confirmed.

But with such an idea potentially becoming really within 12 months' time, what would a mid-season trade period look like in 2024?

We've looked at five players who could benefit from a change of scene this season and the potential suitors who could also be attracted to a deal.

These are five moves a hypothetical 2024 mid-year trade period might include...

2. Finlay Macrae to West Coast

Is Fin Macrae AFL standard or just a very good VFL player? There are plenty who fit the mould across the competition and you'd like to think the jury is still out on the former first-round pick.

He's fallen in and out of Craig McRae's side this season given his form at the state league level and struggles in the senior side, but the 22-year-old was able to put forward his best game in the black and white in Round 9 against West Coast - booting three goals from 17 disposals.

It was a bit of a beat-up performance as the reigning premiers were ruthless against a hapless Eagles outfit, but it was at least what we've hoped to see from Macrae.

The young midfielder remains some distance back in Collingwood's midfield pecking order, but would likely find himself closer to the front of the queue with the Eagles given their options in midfield.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 23: Finlay Macrae of the Magpies in action during the 2021 AFL Round 19 match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Collingwood Magpies at Marvel Stadium on July 23, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

While he might not be a starting piece for Adam Simpson, Macrae would likely come ahead of the senior and often hindered duo of Dom Sheed and  Andrew Gaff at Lathlain Park.

Macrae is the right demographic for the Eagles' list plans, wouldn't cost them much, and could thrive in a new environment with greater reliance.

He's one of many that could interest the Eagles, with North Melbourne's Will Phillips and recent trade target Deven Robertson also suitable fits.