Hawthorn fans have potentially seen their club's off-season planning flipped on its head in the wake of comments made by president Jeff Kennt in a letter to members this week.
Both Kennett and newly-appointed senior coach Sam Mitchell have looked to explain the club's stance for the trade period however, yet rival clubs are believed to be mulling over potential moves for a quartet of contracted stars.
Jack Gunston, Jaeger O'Meara, Tom Mitchell and Chad Wingard have quickly become the face of speculation at Waverley, with there to be some suggestion each of the Hawthorn foursome could be 'gettable' for the right price.
That price is believed to be high-end picks for next month's National Draft, with Sam Mitchell looking to strengthen the club's draft haul in his first off-season as coach.
Hawthorn currently hold picks 5, 21, 24, 56 and 62 for the Draft, with further first-round selections a great desire.
Should the Hawks formally open up discussions with rival clubs for any of the aforementioned four senior figures, there would be several sides that would be keen to potentially send their top draft selection to Waverley.
With this in mind, we take a look at the best clubs suited to each of the four headlined Hawks.
4. Chad Wingard
Western Bulldogs
The Dogs once came after Wingard as his future with the Power was being assessed, however the Port Adelaide best and fairest winner opted for the nest instead of a kennel.
Should he find a third club in his career, the Dogs would be seen as a fitting new home this time around.
Having managed a Grand Final berth this season, the Bulldogs are well within their premiership window and could utilise the crafty Hawks as a stimulant to lure in that next flag.
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Goals
A forward line boasting the likes of Aaron Naughton, Josh Bruce, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, Cody Weightman, Wingard and the imminent Sam Darcy would be sure to keep every defence on the back foot.
The glaring dilemma for this scenario would be the Dogs' draft hand, with Luke Beveridge already parting ways with his top selection for this season in order to accumulate greater draft points to land Darcy.
The Bulldogs may have to get creative with future draft selections in order to aid a move for Wingard.
Other options:ย Gold Coast, Essendon
