Nick Blakey meets Gold Coast coach in Melbourne amid trade interest

Nick Blakey is currently in Melbourne to meet with Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick as he explores potential trade options. Up to five clubs, including Geelong, St Kilda, Essendon, North Melbourne, and Gold Coast, have expressed interest in Blakey, who is a sought-after defender for Sydney. Despite the speculation, the Swans’ head of list strategy, Chris Keane, stated that they have not received indications from Blakey or his management about leaving the club. Blakey has five years remaining on his current contract with Sydney.

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