We look at all the delisted players who are a chance to find a new home
ADELAIDE
Mitch Clisby (Melbourne, 24, 8 games)
Why Clisby? The Crows still need to add depth to their defensive line and Clisby could slot in well. He's quick off the mark, likes to run and carry and with good foot skills he could easily sweep across half-back or push up on to a wing. Clisby is good mates with Taylor Walker and a Broken Hill native – he could be a good fit.
Likelihood: 3/10. The Crows have given no indication they're after the delisted Demon and are likely to fill their vacant spots at the draft. - Harry Thring
BRISBANE LIONS
Mitch Robinson (Carlton, 25, 100 games)
Why Robinson? Robinson’s hardness around the contest would be a welcome addition to a Lions midfield that is now brimming with class.
Likelihood: 9/10. Robinson has been heavily linked to the Lions throughout the trade period and been endorsed by CEO Greg Swann who had a close link with Robinson at Carlton. - Michael Whiting
CARLTON
Jason Tutt (Western Bulldogs, 23, 26 games) Why Tutt? The Blues remain committed to signing the speedy outside midfielder. He has a penetrating kick and his run and carry would be a welcome addition in the midfield. Tutt has shown the ability to also go forward and contribute on the scoreboard.
Likelihood: 9/10 Tutt was linked to the Blues during the NAB AFL Trade Period but a deal could not be struck between the two clubs.
Matthew Dick (Sydney Swans, 19, 0 games)
Why Dick? The 187cm defender has the capacity to break the lines with his electrifying pace and can burst through the middle. In a further plus, he is only 19 years old and has plenty of scope for growth. Dick was unable to consolidate a place in the Swans' line-up after two years in the harbour city.
Likelihood: 7/10 - Dick has been linked to a move to Visy Park when the delisted free agency window opens on Saturday. – Giulio Di Giorgio
COLLINGWOOD
AFL.com.au understands the Magpies will not select a player as a delisted free agent. They will have four active picks (five, 30, 48 and 85) at the upcoming NAB AFL Draft, with the Magpies already committing to father-son selection Darcy Moore at pick No.9. Jack Frost and Corey Gault will remain on the rookie list, while the Magpies have signed American Mason Cox as a category B rookie. Collingwood is likely to pick up the delisted Tony Armstrong as a rookie, leaving the Pies with little capacity to pick up a delisted free agent. - Ben Guthrie
ESSENDON
After announcing on Thursday the delisting of Kurt Aylett – only a day after saying the club had finalised its list – Essendon has opened three positions on its senior list. They will be filled by pick No.17 and No.20 at November's NAB AFL Draft, and the club has said it will upgrade rookie Patrick Ambrose to the senior list with its third selection. As such, there is no space to chase a delisted free agent. The club already picked up experience during the trade period with Adam Cooney and Jonathan Giles, and free agent James Gwilt. - Callum Twomey
FREMANTLE
Jordan Lisle (Brisbane Lions, 24, 23 games)
Why Lisle? This is one out of left field but Lisle had one of his best matches against Fremantle, kicking three goals in round 12, 2013. With the retirements of Scott Gumbleton and Kepler Bradley and the recruitment of young key position players, there's a gulf in the age profile of the key forwards on Fremantle's list, which the ex-Hawk could fill.
Likelihood: 1/10. Lisle could be a good option but Fremantle are more likely to draft and develop. - Alex Malcolm
GEELONG
Sam Blease (Melbourne, 23, 33 games) Why Blease? Losing Allen Christensen and Travis Varcoe greatly reduces Geelong's speed on the outside of the contest, hence the reason for its pursuit of Blease. The former Demon is stocked in that area and as pick No.17 in the 2008 NAB AFL Draft, the Cats still feel he is an unfulfilled talent. Likelihood: 9/10. It's almost certain that Geelong fans will see Blease in the blue and white hoops next season. The deal is almost done. - Ben Guthrie
Former Demon speedster Sam Blease will almost certainly be at Geelong in 2015. Picture AFL Media
GOLD COAST
Andrew Raines (Brisbane Lions, 28, 123 games) Why Raines? The Suns need to add depth and hardness to a midfield that relies too heavily on too few, and Raines fits the bill. His professionalism would also be a bonus around the young team.
Likelihood: 8/10. Raines has been linked to the club and done a medical already. The Suns wanted some maturity on their list and Raines would provide it. - Michael Whiting
GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY
Brock McLean (Melbourne/Carlton, 28, 157 games) Why McLean? The Giants have shown a willingness to give players towards the end of their careers another shot at AFL level. Josh Hunt, Chad Cornes, Luke Power and Dean Brogan are among the veterans they have recruited to add some starch to their young list. McLean is still young enough to contribute and could add some grunt to GWS' blue-chip midfield. Likelihood: 6/10. Considering his age, McLean clearly still believes he has something to offer. Left smarting by an apparent about-face by the Blues, he has been linked to a number of clubs and will have something to prove if he can get onto the list of a third AFL club. - James Dampney
HAWTHORN
Sam Blease (Melbourne, 23, 33 games) Why Blease? There aren't many holes in the reigning premier's squad, but Blease fits the mould of the line-breaking, outside runners the Hawks have targeted in recent seasons. Likelihood: 1/10. Looks destined for Geelong and the Hawks are already well covered.
George Burbury (Geelong, 23, seven games) Why Burbury? Hawthorn doesn't enter the NAB AFL Draft until pick 31 and its next selections are not until 49 and 50. The Hawks boast a great late draft record in recent times, but if they wanted a hard-edged, skilful forward then Burbury could add depth to the list. Likelihood: 1/10. Injury history could be off-putting and Hawks have other similar types pushing through.
Jordan Schroder (Geelong, 21, five games) Why Schroder? A cut above VFL – he shared the Liston Trophy in 2012 and took home the Cats' VFL best-and-fairest this year – Schroder has ample ability but is yet to hit his straps at the highest level. Has size, strength and can be damaging. Likelihood: 1/10. The Hawks have enough talented midfielders of a similar age vying to break into the best 22. More likely to go to the draft. - Travis King
MELBOURNE
Luke Thompson (Adelaide, 23, 20 games)
Why Thompson? Young defender who began his career well but could not cement a spot in the Crows' line-up. At 194cm he might be a good back-up option for a defence that only has Tom McDonald and Sam Frost to play on talls.
Likelihood: 5/10 Consideration being given to adding to the defence and he is one that ticks some boxes.
Jacob Brennan (West Coast, 24, 28 games)
Why Brennan? The solid defender has experience and a mature body and reads the game well.
Likelihood: 4/10 Has a good football brain and might assist the defence. - Peter Ryan
Ben Newton (Port Adelaide, 22, four games)
Why Newton? Skilful midfielder burnt in the SANFL and just needs a chance at AFL level. Has many admirers at Port Adelaide and fits bill of good player starved of chances at good club.
Likelihood: 8/10. High chance he'll get to the Demons during the delisted free agency period and shapes as a good pick-up. - Peter Ryan
NORTH MELBOURNE
Jared Petrenko (Adelaide, 24, 76 games)
Why Petrenko? With the Roos delisting Robin Nahas on Friday, Petrenko would offer support to fellow small forwards Lindsay Thomas and Kayne Turner. Petrenko has been hampered by injury in recent seasons, but at his best he is an exciting talent with his speed and courage.
Likelihood: 1/10 - After Friday's first list lodgement, the Roos have three spots open on their 2015 senior list and AFL.com.au understands they intend to fill all of those spots at the national draft, where they hold picks No. 16, 25 and 36. - Nick Bowen
Could the Roos be tempted to pick up a one-time tormentor in Jared Petrenko?
PORT ADELAIDE
Derick Wanganeen (Hawthorn, 23, 1)
Why Wanganeen?The Wanganeen name is synonymous with Port Adelaide and his work last season off half-back suggested he may have a future at the higher level. The Power could do with increased depth among their running defenders and Wanganeen appears a player capable of reading the play and using the ball well.
Likelihood: 2/10. Port has no real cracks on its list and coach Ken Hinkley has always preferred to draft talent rather than bring it in. - Harry Thring
RICHMOND
Mitch Robinson (Carlton, 25, 100 games)
Why Robinson? He's a hard midfielder who brings versatility, loves to tackle and can play in the forward line. Fits the bill when it comes to the Tigers' desire to bolster their midfield stocks with ready-to-go players and his presence will support their prime ball winners.
Likelihood: 1/10. Robinson met with Richmond but it appears as though he's headed to the Brisbane Lions after it was reported they trumped the Tigers' one-year offer with two.
Taylor Hunt (Geelong, 23, 63 games)
Why Hunt? Similar reasons to Robinson. Would bring midfield experience after overcoming a raft of injuries and showing promise in his initial years at Geelong. Has been involved with an elite team, has played a variety of roles including as a tagger and in defence, and is still young with his best football in front of him.
Why McKernan? He's a tall forward, has shown signs he's capable of taking a contested mark and kick a goal, and can play in the ruck. Rhys Stanley has gone, Nick Riewoldt isn't going to play forever and the Saints' other talls are young and still learning so it wouldn't hurt to add another option to their stocks.
Likelihood: 7/10. His consistency has been a worry but at 24, is still young and could be worth a punt. Has accepted an offer to train with the Saints next week.
Taylor Hunt (Geelong, 23, 63 games)
Why Hunt? Midfield experience that would complement the youngsters the Saints have brought in over the past few years and will again in the November NAB AFL Draft. Would bring with him versatility and could play as a small defender and help out with run-with roles.
Likelihood: 8/10. From Beaumaris, Hunt is a local boy when it comes to the Saints' bayside heartland. Is also talking to Richmond – the club he supported as a kid – and West Coast, but might not be open to a move across the country.
Jared Petrenko (Adelaide, 24, 76 games)
Why Petrenko? It would seem his sudden delisting from Adelaide has jolted the utility into action with reports he has already shed weight while training on his own. Can play a variety of roles but would most benefit the Saints in attack given his defensive ability. Says he's fit after struggling for consistent pre-seasons in recent years.
Likelihood:4/10. Shapes more likely as a rookie acquisition. Started his career as one and the Saints have plenty of room in that area having already upgraded four to the senior list. - Jennifer Phelan
SYDNEY SWANS
Brett Goodes (Western Bulldogs, 30, 15 games) WhyGoodes? The Swans have a habit of picking up players discarded fromother clubs and bringing the best out of them. Goodes is coming off abest and fairest-winning season with the Bulldogs' VFL side, so he canstill perform at a decent level. And what could be a better story thanpairing Goodes with big brother Adam for the dual Brownlow medallist'sfinal season? Likelihood? 3/10. It's extremely unlikely to happen but would be fun to watch. - James Dampney
It would be an improbable Goodes reunion should younger brother Brett make his way to the Swans
WEST COAST
Taylor Hunt (Geelong, 23, 63 games) Why Hunt? West Coast are seeking midfield depth, specifically pace, bigger bodies, and polished ball users. Hunt would fit the criteria the Eagles are searching for and he also has a lot of good football ahead of him.
Likelihood: 5/10 - West Coast is very interested but the Eagles are not the only suitors. Hunt will train with St Kilda next week and Richmond is also in the chase for the former Cat. - Alex Malcolm
WESTERN BULLDOGS
Corey Dell'Olio (Essendon, 24, 14 games)
Why Dell'Olio? With Luke Dahlhaus playing further up the ground in 2014, the Dogs need to find another small forward and Dell'Olio could fit the bill. Averaged a goal a game at the Bombers but needs to work on his defensive game.
Likelihood? 3/10 The 24-year-old hasn't been linked to Whitten Oval but the Dogs do need to kick more goals. More likely a rookie draft option. – Ryan Davidson
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