Dion Prestia

[Bring-Back-Powell 14,817]

In tonight's Footy Classified, each panellist made their big call for the season.

When it came to Garry Lyon's big call, he stated that a key GC player will return to Victoria next year. When pressed further, he basically said it was Dion Prestia.

I may be drawing a long bow but could Lyon be hinting that the Dees are after him?

Lyon obviously has a connection to Melbourne and we all know that Prestia is a life long Dee fan and his parents are influential supporters/members of the club.

I'm probably making something out of nothing but how good would this kid be at the Dees! Maybe we could deal Howe to GC if he wants out.

[Deecisive 1,709]

He would be a very nice addition to the side.

[thevil1 421]

Yes please!

[dazzledavey36 54,851]

I had connections with Prestia school mate from assumption. We were heavily into him end of 2012 and during 2013. But with all the drama and [censored] that went through 2013 and Neeldy getting sacked he picked the safer option by staying with the suns. His family is heavily involved at the footy club last i heard.

definitely wouldn't rule it out at this stage.

[pantaloons 2,019]

In tonight's Footy Classifieds, each panellist made their big call for the season.

When it came to Garry Lyon's big call, he stated that a key GC player will return to Victoria next year. When pressed further, he basically said it was Dion Prestia.

Thanks BBP. It's not really a big call for THIS season though is it, given that we're talking about the end of 2016? Pretty premature from Gaz. He's contracted for another 18 months.

http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/prestia-signs-new-deal-with-gold-coast-20130603-2nmqn.html

[Earl Hood 6,086]

Was watching but missed the Prestia bit. I assumed it was Gary Ablett, but has he re-signed? If it is Pretia he will probably go to the Hawks, you know the team with the bottomless salary cap.

[Moneider96 1,045]

Makes sense...but idk...

[DeeSpencer 25,673]

Cue Prestia coming out and tearing the game apart on Saturday!

He's a jet. Plays just like Jonesy. Wins it in close then bursts in to space and uses it well.

But I don't really love these rumours, especially at this time of year. Not sure Garry Lyon has done anyone any favours.

[RalphiusMaximus 6,046]

I don't think Lyon has any real contacts left at the MFC. He's pretty much cut ties with us. He's one of the few former players/officials in the media who doesn't use his position to advocate for his club. In all honestly I'd be shocked if anyone at the club was giving him inside info.

[Moonshadow 17,676]

Thanks BBP. It's not really a big call for THIS season though is it, given that we're talking about the end of 2016? Pretty premature from Gaz. He's contracted for another 18 months.

http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/prestia-signs-new-deal-with-gold-coast-20130603-2nmqn.html

Contacts mean SFA these days pants. It's a free for all now. Offer enough incentive, either money of success, add the right set of circumstances and trade bait, and no one cares about how much time is left on the contract. Exhibit one: Boyd and Griffen.

[Norm Smith's Curse 2,601]

We had a cracked - he said no. Family ties mean little. He won't be coming home.

[P-man 13,366]

Would be a very big get. Here's hoping it has some substance.

[Deetective Sgt. Taggert 389]

I don't believe anything unless its in riddle form...GNF where are you?

[Norm Smith's Curse 2,601]

GNF - the guy that told us we offered two picks for Dangerfield and that Jake Lever was a lock at pick 3?

[Deetective Sgt. Taggert 389]

GNF - the guy that told us we offered two picks for Dangerfield and that Jake Lever was a lock at pick 3?

Well it provided a lot of entertainment in the trade period if nothing else!

[jumbo returns 6,741]

Too slow.

[Moonshadow 17,676]

So what would Prestia be worth to us? What might get the deal done?

[Gipsy Danger 1,067]

So what would Prestia be worth to us? What might get the deal done?

Suns will want a lot. First round pick and a young player or Maybe Jeremy Howe or Jack Watts (not that I want either gone, just what Suns might want)

[dazzledavey36 54,851]

So what would Prestia be worth to us? What might get the deal done?

Definitely a first rounder mate and most likely a player.. Howe?

[WERRIDEE 5,468]

So what would Prestia be worth to us? What might get the deal done?

The Suns will want more than just a draft pick and they will only want the players that we won't let go like N.Jones, Tyson, Hogan and Brayshaw (if he steps up) the rest they won't be interested in. Zero chance of him coming to Melbourne.

[Shmity29 61]

Know his sister very well (who is a massive dees supporter) and there is no chance of him coming to the Melbourne, he loves the GC Suns.

[Coq au vin 755]

We could offer him 750,000 per year. But then he might get depressed playing for the not so mighty Dees, retire, have a miraculous cure and then go and play for Geelong.

[What 18,810]

There are a lot more clubs in Victoria than Melbourne

Certainly are drawing a long bow BBP

[chook fowler 19,458]

Can't see any Suns leaving voluntarily with them being on the verge of finals and under Eade

[Ron Burgundy 8,584]

What if we're actually in the finals under Paul Roos?