The Swans Districts are relying on their successful history in assisting troubled footballers
"reintegrate back into the community" as disgraced former North Melbourne player Tarryn Thomas attempts to revive his career.

The Thomas saga has been widely documented, as the AFL ruled out any return to the top flight but would consider state-league levels as a potential entrance point.

The 24-year-old was briefly considered at VFL standalone club Northern Bullants before they turned him away, while the Black Ducks are the only other side to contemplate the move.

Swans Districts CEO Jeff Dennis leaned on the club's innate desire to help tarnished players, instead of leaving them in "isolation and into eternity".

"Let's be clear, we don't condone what Tarryn's done," Dennis said on SEN WA.

"He's had significant challenges and paid the price. We accept that. But some players, football is all they have. And it's reasonable that they use football as a punishment (in these circumstances).

"But at some point in time, we've got to decide whether those individuals can reintegrate back into the community, back into society.

"Or do we leave them in isolation and into eternity?"

The Black Ducks resuscitated former Collingwood player Andrew Krakouer's career after his stint in jail.

After being released on parole in 2009, Krakouer joined the WAFL club for the 2010 campaign, winning every individual honour and the grand final.

The Pies - noting the former Tigers' immense goal sense and freakish skill - signed the small forward, who returned to the AFL for three more seasons, kicking 50 goals from 35 games in the black and white.

Dennis didn't stop there, outlining how the club welcomed troubled Richmond youngster Sydney Stack, stating at the time of his signing playing football is his best chance of creating a positive future for himself".

"Can we as a football club help?" Dennis posed.

"Can we help him reset and reintegrate? And we feel we have a history in this space. You're well aware of Andrew Krakeour. We gave Sydney Stack an opportunity last year.

"We think, in the right settings, we're in a position that we can help Tarryn as well."

Dennis also alluded to former Indigenous AFL players at the club who are willing to assist with aiding Thomas' recovery.

It is understood that Thomas is on a two-week trial at the WAFL club, but WA Football could make a decision on his future this week.