Carlton is at the front of the queue for Fremantle’s Blake Acres.
That is according to Western Australian journalist Kim Hagdorn who is reporting that the Blues have “jumped to the front of the race” for the Dockers wingman.
Acres, 26, is out of contract this year and is yet to re-sign with Freo as Victorian clubs circle.
Hagdorn says other clubs are offering the former Saint lengthier and more lucrative contracts than the Dockers which could lead to his exit.
“Blake Acres looks more likely to take a deal elsewhere,” Hagdorn said on SEN WA Drive.
“There’s several deals on offer, three and some of four years, for Blake Acres to leave Fremantle.
“He could well be going to Carlton. They’ve jumped to the front of the race for Blake Acres.”
Acres has been in superb form in 2022, enjoying arguably a career-best season on the wing.
It is also understood, as has been reported frequently in recent weeks, that Griffin Logue will depart Fremantle for a club in Melbourne.
Additionally, Rory Lobb, who has been heavily linked with the Western Bulldogs, is being tipped to depart as the Dockers prepare to make room in their salary cap for Melbourne’s Luke Jackson.
“Griffin Logue is almost absolutely certain to leave Fremantle because of the deals he’s getting offered out of Melbourne town,” Hagdorn added.
“Teams in Victoria are chasing Griffin Logue because of the season he’s had and the versatility he’s shown.
“He’s in the market and looking very likely to leave. Again, his offer from Fremantle is not enough for him to accept a big drop in pay.
“Time of the deal is a big thing relating to Griffin Logue and Blake Acres to leave Fremantle.
“We already know that Rory Lobb is leaving.”
The Dockers wrap up their home and away season against GWS in Canberra on Saturday before embarking on a first finals campaign since 2015.