Gold Coast's pick 13 (currently) looms as the key to unlocking a trade for wantaway Port Adelaide star Dan Houston, with Collingwood and Carlton as his most likely suitors.
It is understood that the Suns are open to trading out its first-round selection for a price, with pundits believing the Pies could send John Noble north for the pick.
Craig McRae's side could use Pick 13 - and a smattering of other selections, including the lure of Joe Richards - to entice the Power into a potential trade.
Richards has been seen as a valuable commodity in the eyes of the Power, with the Alberton club offering a three-year deal for the mature-age recruit.
If Collingwood were to lure Houston to the AIA Centre, the 24-year-old could become a pivotal asset in the negotiations, as well as some picks.
However, the Blues are also considering a play for the two-time All-Australian, with Jack Silvagni a close link to the club.
Carlton currently holds Pick 12 but has made it clear on retaining the selection to ensure they have the draft points to acquire father-son duo Ben and Lucas Camporeale, who have yet to officially nominate the club.
According toย AFL Media,ย the Blues are hoping to trade out their future first-round selection for the Suns' Pick 13.
North Melbourne's future first-round pick has also been put up for trade for Houston, with the Kangaroos offering a five-year deal for the dual All-Australian.
The Western Bulldogs have also registered interest and remain in the hunt.
However, the 27-year-old is fully aware that if a deal cannot be struck, he'll remain at Port Adelaide, given his contract status.
