Free agency opens with multiple player moves ahead of the season

Free agency in the AFL is set to begin on October 1, with multiple transactions expected as clubs prepare to lodge deals. Sydney's Joel Amartey is anticipated to join Carlton, while Geelong aims to sign Toby Greene from Greater Western Sydney. Richmond plans to secure Kieren Briggs from the Giants, and Essendon is looking to acquire Laitham Vandermeer, who is contracted at the Western Bulldogs. Interest persists around Collingwood's Harry DeMattia, who seeks more playing time, and Port Adelaide may be poised to target Luke Pedlar for a crosstown move from Adelaide.

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