With 2021 set to possess a record number of free agents, a plethora of young guns rising through the ranks and more cut-throat list decisions, the season ahead of us spells 'make or break' campaigns for many players across the AFL.
Collectively, we have analysed the one name at every club that is facing a critical season that could see their career go down the right or wrong path.
Melbourne
Aaron Vandenberg
The 28-year-old's place at Melbourne remains a mystery, with their midfield and defensive structures now as tough as ever to break into and Vandenberg's contract expiring at season's end.
2021 spells a crucial season for the big-bodied onballer, who has managed just the 19 games across his past two seasons with the Demons.
The upside is Vandenberg held his place for the Dees' final eight matches of last year, but will need to impress Simon Goodwin once again this pre-season and find a place in his side early into the season.
