Five trade targets for EVERY AFL club: Geelong Cats

A Carlton tall, injured Crow and Essendon ball-winner could be on Geelong’s radar.

STAFF WRITER | July 19, 2023 - 3:45pm

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Since winning the premiership in 2022, Geelong just hasn't been able to recapture that same dominance so far in 2023.

The Cats have been battling injury this year but have managed to find themselves back in a powerful position to contend for the flag once again. Chris Scott has formed a dangerous side since his time as coach, forging a path that has given his club the label of being one of the toughest teams over the last decade.

Are there some players for Geelong that could continue to uphold the strength of the Cats?

In the seventh part of our trade target series, we take a look at potential players that could make the trip to Kardinia Park this off-season.

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4. Alex Witherden

Since Joining the Eagles from the Brisbane Lions Witherden has had a bit of a up-and-down time at West Coast, being in and out of the side due to injury and the ever-changing landscape that has rocked the Eagles in recent times.

But Witherden has found his place as a half-back and is now an important part of the Eagles' lineup. As a Geelong Falcons product, a return home after being on both coasts of Australia could be the key for Witherden to take another step forward in his career.

In 2023, his figures haven't been too far off career-best numbers with 19.8 disposals and 5.4 marks per game. One thing Witherden has been good at is his pressure per game with 10.6 acts this year, close to his best of 9.69 acts in 2019. This season has proven to be an efficient one for Witherden with 83.9% of his disposals landing in a teammate's hands, slightly down on 84.6% efficiency from last season.

No suggestion has been raised yet of whether talks are happening between the Eagles and Witherden to stay, while no rival interest has been floated either as his contract nears its expiry.

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