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North Melbourne Bold Moves For 2025: Key Signings And Trade Rumours…

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October 7, 2024

North Melbourne is clearly looking to bolster its leadership core with the potential addition of veteran midfielder Luke Parker from Sydney. Coach Alastair Clarkson has identified Parker as a key target, reflecting the club’s strategy to bring in experienced players to guide the younger roster.

Parker’s proven track record and leadership qualities would be significant assets for the Kangaroos as they aim to improve their performance in 2025. The interest in other seasoned players like Jack Viney, Callan Ward, Ollie Wines, and Dane Rampe also underscores North’s commitment to building a more competitive team through experienced talent.

As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how this pursuit develops and what impact it might have on the Kangaroos’ future.

North Melbourne is clearly focused on complementing their young midfield talent with seasoned experience. By targeting Luke Parker, they aim to provide guidance and stability that can help their emerging stars grow. Offering Parker a multi-year deal would not only reflect their commitment to strengthening the squad but also signal to their young players the value of having a proven leader on and off the field.

Parker’s experience and football IQ could be pivotal in mentoring the next generation of Kangaroos, helping them navigate the challenges of AFL. If he decides to make the move, it could mark a significant step in North Melbourne’s strategy to build a more competitive team for the future.

Two industry sources with knowledge of the trade landscape, who wanted to remain anonymous, believe the 31-year-old is gettable during this year’s trade period with Parker telling SEN on Monday he would discuss his future with Sydney at the end of the season.

“I’m contracted to Sydney, I’m looking forward to this finals series,” Parker said.

“You can never rule out what the future looks like. At the end of the year, I’ll sit down (and) talk to the coaches and the footy club about what the future looks like, but at the moment, I’m contracted and just enjoying this finals series and focusing on that.”