Port Adelaide came so close in 2020 to winning the flag, stumbling at the penultimate hurdle against the eventual premiers.
This season they're building nicely despite looking a bit suspect at times, and could have what it takes to go all the way.
In saying that, there are still some players that could be added to their ranks to help them take that next step should they fail in 2021.
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We continue our โFive trade targets for every clubโ series with Port Adelaide.ย
In no particular order, here are five players which the Power recruitment team would do well to target and potentially poach.
5. Aaron Francis
The Bombers young defender has had a stunted start to his life at AFL level, not really being able to recapture his form that saw him go pick six in the 2015 draft.
Francis has played ten games in season 2021, with his 2020 campaign being a frustrating one with persistent injury problems marring his year.
Despite this, the defender does have a chance to make up for lost time as he looks to become one of the main men in the Bombers defensive structure.
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However, should Ben Rutten see it fit, Francis might be able to make a move back home to South Australia should he be surplus to requirements at The Hanger.
If such events do transpire, then it would be silly of Port not to put their arm up to take the 23-year-old into their ranks, with his size and ability being a handy asset for Ken Hinkley to have in his rearguard.
