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How to tune into Sport NationThe dominoes set to fall in the final week of Trade Period
Jaiden Sciberras •  October 12th, 2025 1:20 pm
With just three days remaining of the 2025 AFL Trade Period, several of the biggest names floated within the trade space are yet to find their fate ahead of 2026.
This year has shaped up to be one of the most enthralling trade periods to date, and as expected, a majority of the most cumbersome deals will be delayed until the dying minutes, with all paperwork to be lodged prior to the deadline on Wednesday at 7:30pm AEST.
Within the first week, 10 trades were made between AFL teams, with 11 players finding new homes within the early stages of the window.
That being said, here are the eight biggest dominoes set to fall in the final week of the 2025 AFL Trade Period.
8: Callum Ah Chee to Adelaide
The two-time premiership Lion is eager for a move to the Crows, however as last reported, the two sides are miles apart on their valuation of the versatile forward.
Adelaide has a future second on the table, Brisbane are far from compelled, with hopes of retaining their man.
Certainly, one to watch.
7: Jy Simpkin to Collingwood
The North Melbourne captain has continued to explore his options, and the Magpies are keeping a close eye on the situation.
Reports have suggested that the Kangaroos will demand an incredibly high price for Simpkin, only considering deals involving first round picks - exceeding that of what the Pies are likely to pay.
Four years to run on a deal, it may be unlikely that a deal is agreed upon, however this is certainly a trade that will hang in the balance until the final minutes.
6: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan to Gold Coast
This one seems a formality at this stage, however nothing is truly guaranteed within the trade space.
Ugle-Hagan completed a successful medical with the Suns within the first week of trade period, with he and the two sides all but locked in for 2026 and beyond.
With a contract agreed and ticked off by all parties, all that stands between Jamarra and the Suns is a transaction with the Western Bulldogs.
5: Clayton Oliver to GWS
After being shown the door by the Melbourne Football Club, Clayton Oliver officially nominated the GWS Giants as his next home.
This deal will be intriguing, as a deal expands far beyond just a trade between the two sides. Will the Demons cover a portion of salary? And what will they demand in return?
Expect the deal to be done but keep a close watch on the intricacies.
4: Rowan Marshall to Geelong
St Kilda have stated that Rowan Marshall will not be traded, however following their treatment of Leek Aleer, it’s hard to take the Saints’ word as gospel.
Geelong will be pushing, and list boss Andrew Mackie believes a deal can be struck, but will Gubby Allan and the Saints give in?
This one remains a must-watch come Wednesday.
3: Christian Petracca to Gold Coast
What will the Demons demand in return for their star man?
Having requested a trade to the Suns, Petracca will be holding out hope that a deal can be struck, with Melbourne more than content with keeping their contracted star at the club for the foreseeable future.
The Suns have the assets, but will the Demons budge? This one is shaping up to be another Wednesday deal.
2: Zach Merrett to Hawthorn
Have too many bridges been burnt?
The Bombers are adamant that captain Zach Merrett will remain at the club, however the Hawks will charge into the final week with all guns blazing to land their man.
Will Essendon pardon Merrett’s demands and welcome him back to the Hangar? This one’s going deep.
1: Charlie Curnow to Geelong/Sydney
It goes without saying that this could go down as one of the biggest trade deals in AFL history.
The Blues have already turned down Geelong’s offer of three first round picks, however with both Andrew Mackie at the Cats and Chris Keane at the Swans certain that a deal can be made for the superstar forward.
Sydney have floated both James Rowbottom (another name to watch) and Ollie Florent as potential pieces, however the Blues are yet to budge.
Expect this deal to remain in the balance by Tuesday night, and come Wednesday, a potential deal will headline what will be a blockbuster deadline.
