McGuane to pounce on dealBy Paul Daffey
3:51 PM Tue 23 Oct, 2012 RICHMOND utility Luke McGuane is confident of continuing his career at Punt Rd despite the fact that he remains unsigned, according to his management.
McGuane's manager, Robbie D'Orazio of RCM Sports Management, told AFL.com.au he was confident his client would remain at Tigerland next season.
"He is a required player at Richmond and he will be there next year," he said.
The 25-year-old's future has been in limbo while Richmond sorts through its list requirements.
Ruckman Tom Derickx and key position player Jayden Post are also coming out of contract.
McGuane's future at Punt Rd looked grim when he was unable to break into the Tigers' line-up in the first half of 2012 despite consistent form with Coburg in the VFL.
He finally broke into the team in round 15 against Melbourne, after which his stocks improved.
He played every match for the rest of the season, mostly as a third marking option in attack, with the occasional move back to defence.
He managed a respectable 15 goals during the final nine games, shoring up his value as a depth player.
D'Orazio last month told AFL.com.au that McGuane was close to signing with the Tigers.
"We're expecting to reach an agreement," he said.
Richmond was unavailable for comment on Tuesday.
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