Versatile Fremantle wingman Liam Henry officially requested to be traded away from Cockburn on Wednesday, following his earlier decision to put off contract talks until the end of the season.
After an underwhelming beginning to his career, the off-contract Docker put the finishing touches on a career-best campaign four years on from his 2019 debut.
During a disappointing year for Fremantle as a whole, the 22-year-old performed impressively in 2023 under Justin Longmuir, adapting to and thriving in a dependable wing role after previously plying his trade as a forward.
Averaging a career-best 20.4 disposals a game, the youngster's career is evidently ascending, as his ability to win the ball on the wing and move it along in transition was crucial to Fremantle's attacking movements this season.
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Henry's positional flexibility has garnered the interest of a host of rival clubs intrigued by the prospect of acquiring his long-term services, with this year's trade period quickly upcoming.ย For the right price, the West Australian could be a great pickup for a handful of clubs, whether they be contenders or rebuilders.
We explored five potential landing spots for the wantaway Docker.
4. Melbourne
The Demons appear a less likely trade partner for the Dockers for Henry, particularly with fewer first-team spots up for grabs.
After having been tied to a potential trade for Henry previously, Melbourne likely views Henry as a natural small forward rather than a winger, considering the established statuses of wingmen Ed Langdon and Lachie Hunter, whose positions are cemented.
While it would be tough for Henry to break into Melbourne's premiership-contending side, the Docker could make himself at home in Simon Goodwin's forward line.
As a small forward, wreaking havoc alongside fellow West Australian Kysiah Pickett, Henry could take his career to another level.
