AFL trades: Chris Yarran set to leave BluesJake Niall
The Age
September 19. 2015Chris Yarran and Carlton have an understanding that he will seek a trade to another club at the upcoming exchange period.
Yarran, who signalled his exit from Carlton by not attending the club best and fairest on Thursday, wants to be traded to Richmond, as has been reported for some time.
The sticking point in discussions between the Tigers and the Blues is likely to be the draft pick on offer for Yarran, who is contracted for 2016.
The Tigers are understood to be willing only to part with their second-round pick, while the Blues will want a first-round selection for Yarran, who is due to be paid around $450,000 next season.Yarran met the Tigers during the season and there does not appear to be another serious suitor at this stage. If Carlton held on to Yarran he would be a restricted free agent at the end of next year and could walk, but the Blues would gain a compensation pick which may or may not exceed what the Tigers are willing to offer this year.
Yarran's management has been in regular communications with Carlton and the parties were well aware throughout the latter stages of the season that he would be seeking a trade.
Yarran is back in Perth with his family, having informed the club that he would not attend the best and fairest.
A highly promising youngster when selected, Yarran appeals to Richmond as a small forward but can also play as a rebounding defender with his pace and disposal skills.
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