WELCOME TO THE MELBOURNE FOOTBALL CLUB - DAVID RODAN

[Dr. Gonzo 22,524]

I'm not against getting him, he is a good player - the knees are the obvious concern but if he can stay fit see no reason he couldn't land a spot in our forward line. Anyone know how old he is?

[1858 219]

So what is the most likely way of getting him? Trade, wait for delisted player FA window or PSD?

[Scipio 5,868]

I'm not against getting him, he is a good player - the knees are the obvious concern but if he can stay fit see no reason he couldn't land a spot in our forward line. Anyone know how old he is?

29 in a week I think.

[Dr. Gonzo 22,524]

29 in a week I think.

That's not so bad but 29 with dodgy knees is a worry. Would get him if he passed medicals but wouldn't pay too much, could help out for one or two years.

[Gippsland Dee 367]

i'm on the fence with Rodan. He would add some serious pace to our list which we badly need, but he is an aging player so probably wouldn't be on our list for too many years and his knee is also a worry, not sure if he is worth the risk

and why does the article say that Rivers is a former defender for us!?!? he hasn't said he is leaving has he? i thought he was only checking what was out there?

Edited October 1, 2012 by young dee enthusiast

[John Crow Batty 8,266]

In Ports predicament, any player they don't want is likely finished. I like his style, goal smarts and strength. But as others have said, age and knees are a worry. If he was still any good Port would keep him.

[Biffen 12,366]

That's not so bad but 29 with dodgy knees is a worry. Would get him if he passed medicals but wouldn't pay too much, could help out for one or two years.

Could be a specialist sub the way he plays in bursts.

[Nasher 33,131]

29 in a week I think.

Wow. Feels like he's been around long enough to be 40.

[Deecisive 1,658]

His worth a chance, his age is not that bad, it comes down to his fitness and knees. He is only going to get a game if he proves himself better than the others we have so should not be too hard for him (at least for the first 4 years)

[rjay 23,941]

Probably my least favourite player in the AFL, no defensive side to his game and just runs around and around getting nowhere a lot of the time. We've just moved Moloney on, no need for Rodan.

As for the club making enquiries, well I guess they are doing their due diligence which is something we have complained about them not doing in the past. An enquiry doesn't mean real interest, I hope not in this case.

[Dr. Gonzo 22,524]

Probably my least favourite player in the AFL, no defensive side to his game and just runs around and around getting nowhere a lot of the time. We've just moved Moloney on, no need for Rodan.

As for the club making enquiries, well I guess they are doing their due diligence which is something we have complained about them not doing in the past. An enquiry doesn't mean real interest, I hope not in this case.

Exactly like Moloney - except he is a small forward not a midfielder, has good evasive skills and can kick goals. Other than that he's exactly the same.

[rjay 23,941]

Exactly like Moloney - except he is a small forward not a midfielder, has good evasive skills and can kick goals. Other than that he's exactly the same.

Funny, I didn't see the word exactly used, but the similarities are that they are both one way players with no defensive side to their game who have little awareness of teammates around them and that's why I would find it hard to believe Neeld would be interested. Time will tell.

[pantaloons 2,019]

http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/magpies-not-sure-of-luring-hawk-young-20121013-27jqd.html

"Wellingham's trade from the Magpies to West Coast in recent days and the pending departure of forward Chris Dawes - most likely to Melbourne - open the door for Young.

Delisted Port Adelaide veteran David Rodan looks certain to be thrown a lifeline by a Melbourne-based club, with Melbourne and his former team Richmond both linked with him.

The Demons also remain keen on North Melbourne's tall utility Cam Pedersen, with a deal likely some time next week.

But that may not happen until the Demons organise a suitable trade for their prime target, Collingwood's Dawes."

[Dee Fan 3,247]

http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/magpies-not-sure-of-luring-hawk-young-20121013-27jqd.html

"Wellingham's trade from the Magpies to West Coast in recent days and the pending departure of forward Chris Dawes - most likely to Melbourne - open the door for Young.

Delisted Port Adelaide veteran David Rodan looks certain to be thrown a lifeline by a Melbourne-based club, with Melbourne and his former team Richmond both linked with him.

The Demons also remain keen on North Melbourne's tall utility Cam Pedersen, with a deal likely some time next week.

But that may not happen until the Demons organise a suitable trade for their prime target, Collingwood's Dawes."

Surely not we are going to have to delist quite a few already and I can't think of many/any I'd delist for him.

[The Lobster Effect 845]

Hmmm... It would be exciting to see the dees run out in round 1 with about half a dozen ex players from other clubs.. but then i think the novelty would wear off pretty quickly!

Pass from me.

[Left Field 313]

OhMyGod.....NO!

[Axis of Bob 10,266]

I'd be OK with Rodan. He's a very good talent, but I think his running ability is a bit suspect. I'd be using him as a deep forward to provide pressure and a bit opportunism. Has good power and works really well in congestion. Just can't do it for long. If we can get him as a role player then he could be valuable.

[Tatu 416]

His best is very good...... But he's definitely passed his best..... Can his body hold up?

A rookie spot maybe......

[spirit of norm smith 13,096]

David Rodan ... at 29yo with a dodgy knee. Hmmm, No. Surely there are better options.

Great bloke. Great dancer. maybe 2-3 years ago, but not for 2013 and beyond.

[Hannibal 5,814]

Passed it.

[DeeM 42]

whats the harm in picking him up very late, or even the rookie?

[Axis of Bob 10,266]

whats the harm in picking him up very late, or even the rookie?

If we pick him up it will be as a delisted free agent.

[Rod Grinter Riot Squad 5,636]

I actually quite like Rodan, can be an exciting player to watch.

That said, if we pick him up, I'd be livid

[Binmans PA 26,278]

An aging pygmy with three knee reconstructions who struggles to get a game at Port Adelaide.

What a disgraceful way of putting it.

[DeeZee 6,779]

Good for our midfield depth, even though 29 ,David is a fitness freak and if any player can play well past 30 he can.

He s an A 1 bloke too.