AFL trade news: latest on Collingwood forward Jack Ginnivan’s future and possible future trade plans
The 20-year-old was not acquired by the Magpies, but rumors about him have since returned.
Lachie Schultz, a sharpshooting small forward, was claimed to have demanded a transfer away from Olympic Park, although it was said that his presence would not have an immediate effect on Collingwood’s Jack Ginnivan.
The club’s plans for 2024, when they aim to defend their title, included the much-maligned Magpie as a crucial component. Ginnivan and other players would have to contend with further selection competition in Craig McRae’s offensive third due to the arrival of Schultz.
The Norm Smith Medallist Bobby Hill had a great finish to his debut season in the black and white with
After playing as a substitute throughout September, Ginnivan was added to the starting lineup for the season finale. However, his position in the hierarchy and Collingwood’s acquisition of Schultz raised concerns about a possible off-season transfer.
Under contract, the 20-year-old wasn’t a player Collingwood had put on the trade table during this transfer window. Graham Wright, the football manager, stated on Monday that he isn’t taking calls from teams that might be interested in the youngster.
Wright stated on Trade Radio that Ginnivan is a necessary player for 2024 and that their plans for player movement have not been connected to him.
“Regarding that, I have not fielded any calls. When asked about Ginnivan’s future, Wright responded, “We haven’t tried to take calls either.”
As far as we are concerned, there hasn’t been any problem. We consider Jack to be a component of our endeavors. His contract expires in a year.
“We haven’t taken any calls at all.”
Sam Edmund of SEN reports that “multiple clubs” thought Collingwood would be willing to trade Ginnivan, with Hawthorn being thought regarded as a team that wants the young forward.
According to Edmund, Ginnivan is anticipated to meet with the Hawks as soon as Tuesday, and the Waverley club may be considering
According to Edmund, Ginnivan is anticipated to meet with the Hawks as soon as Tuesday. The Waverley club may be attempting to replace the vacuum left by Tyler Brockman’s recent move to the West Coast.
As of right now, Hawthorn has Picks 4, 33, 44, 54, and 63 in the current draft.
Hawthorn in the box seat to sign Jack Ginnivan on a multi-year deal. Sources said Ginnivan was meeting with the Hawks today after returning from a Bali break. https://t.co/52FSCfPjFz
— Sam Edmund (@Sammy__Edmund) October 17, 2023
Edmund stated to Trade Radio on Tuesday, “This afternoon, multiple clubs say that Collingwood is now open to trading Jack Ginnivan.”
“Multiple clubs that we’ve spoken to over the course of the last half an hour or so now say that it’s been made clear to them that Collingwood would consider trading Jack Ginnivan, only obviously if the right offer presented itself.”
According to an additional story from The Herald Sun, John Meesen, the manager of Ginnivan, has submitted a trade request and is investigating the Hawks’ interest.
The Magpies and Hawthorn are anticipated to meet in order to try to finalize a deal for Ginnivan before Wednesday’s deadline of 7:30 p.m. (AEDT).
On Monday afternoon, the Magpies and Fremantle came to an agreement to sign
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