Carlton currently holds Pick 12 at November’s national draft, and it has expressed a desire to use that pick on a youngster instead of offloading it for Port Adelaide’s Dan Houston. The Magpies are now considered frontrunners in the race for the dual All-Australian defender.

All-Australian defender Dan Houston and star midfielder Bailey Smith are among the biggest names set to switch clubs during the AFL trade period.

Gold Coast’s willingness to pay part of Jack Lukosius’ contract will likely impact trade negotiations with Port Adelaide as the former No. 2 pick looks to land at Alberton.