Jibroni

I would'nt be trading Salem although I think he is a player the Crows would be interested in. Although Lever is worth a first rounder I would be hesitant in trading it as he is not a lock down defender and we could pot. draft another midfield gun; which ATM is a bigger priority.

I recall Kurt Tippet saying similar things on radio and we know how that ended up. But would you imagine the reaction if he said "yes I met with Melbourne and considering their offer". He would always deny it if he or his "Manager" met with the Club. Either way I would be surprised if he left.

Depends if we finish up with a top ten pick which on current form is unfortunately achievable. I would'nt be giving up Pick 7-12 and a player for Lever. He is a very good footballer but he is also part of very good backline for which he would not get the same support at Melbourne.

From memory Geelong used that pick to get Brad Ottens from Richmond

I would say yes but we need to remember Lever does not always play the role of a "lock down defender" as this is mainly shared between Talia, Kelly and Hartigan. Havent said that if we got him it would make our backline a lot more reliable and make life easier for O/Mac/Frost.

He was on Adelaide radio during the week and indications would think he will stay in Adelaide. It wouldn't surprise if his manager is getting Melbourne Journos to talk him up to increase his $$$$.