Melbourne Expresses Interest in Geelong Defender Sam De Koning

Melbourne Football Club has made inquiries regarding Geelong defender Sam De Koning as the AFL trade deadline approaches.

Speculation has arisen during the trade period about De Koning's willingness to transfer, especially after he was not selected for Geelong's finals team. Reports indicate that while Melbourne is interested, the feasibility of a deal remains uncertain with the deadline looming on Wednesday night.

Trade Radio has suggested that De Koning is unlikely to join Melbourne by 2027, but ongoing speculation about his future continues to generate discussion. His current contract with Geelong is set to expire at the end of next year. Additionally, Melbourne is expected to be active on the final day of the trade period, with players like Trent Rivers and Jack Viney attracting interest from other clubs, and Will McLachlan having formally requested a trade to Melbourne last week, although no agreement has been reached yet.