Richmond star Dustin Martin has reportedly been in discussions withย several rival clubs, including the Adelaide Crows.
Rumours surfaced last week that the Crows have offered Martin a five-year deal, worth as much as $6 million.
Channel Nine's Tom Rehn confirmed that there has been some discussionย between Martin and the Crows, however, a move appears to beย "very unlikely" during this year's trade period.
โIโve spoken to a couple of people close to the Crows and Martinโs camp and thereโs definitely been some dialogue,โ Rehn said on radio station, SEN, on Wednesday morning.
โI think there have been a number of clubs, my understanding is as many as half a dozen. Heโs one of the most marketable and prized recruits going around and heโs still got a year to run on his contract as you know but there is absolutely a lot of interest coming from the Crows.
โOn the weekend I think they (Adelaide) were exposed in their midfield, they were bashed upโฆheโs seen as the kind of guy that would fit in there brilliantly.
โIs it going to happen? Look, very unlikely but thereโs no question the Crows are interested and willing to have a chat.โ
While a move this season looks a long shot, the Crows may already be planning their 2017 recruiting strategy, with the 25-year-old set to become a free agent at the end of next yearย after seven seasons at Punt Road.
Who could blame him wanting to leave that rabble of a toothless football club? stupid board challenge, Deledio and Riewoldt want out… Let’s be realistic if he ever wants to play finals again he should leave…Richmond won’t be top 8 for a decade with their list. Why not join a serious, well organised footy club like the Crows? (And I’m a Carlton supporter)
Just heard he was actually seen at Adelaide airport yesterday….think more like 85% chance now