Adelaide have flagged they'll be aggressive in their recruitment approach come the 2024 trade and free agency period as they look to take the next step toward premiership contention.
After successful moves for now-captain Jordan Dawson and livewire Izak Rankine in recent years, the Crows are likely to continue their pursuit of local talent who can aid their endeavours in the years to come.
As the current crop of unsigned South Australians in 2024 might not make a big splash, the Crows could be preparing to chase contracted stars or non-South Australian talent come the player movement window.
After missing out on reported targets Will Hayward, Hugh McCluggage and Errol Gulden so far this year, who might Adelaide be preparing to lure to West Lakes in the second half of the season?
We take a look at five potential trade targets the Crows could consider chasing in 2024...
OTHER TRADE TARGETS: BRISBANE,ย CARLTON, COLLINGWOOD
5. Jarrod Berry
Another big name the Crows might consider is Lions midfielder Jarrod Berry, who is a restricted free agent this year and has yet to settle his future in Queensland.
A product out of Horsham, Berry could be the target Adelaide chase in a bid to add some speed and run to their engine room.
The 26-year-old often finds himself as the fourth-string onballer at the Lions given the reins handed to Lachie Neale, Josh Dunkley and Hugh McCluggage, but when he does get his chance in the middle Berry often has a big impact.
Alongside the likes of Dawson, Rankine and Jake Soligo, Berry could be part of a new midfield ensemble under Matthew Nicks as they look to find a balance between contested ball and pace.
