Ridley meets McVeigh as North Melbourne presses for deal
Jordan Ridley met with new Essendon coach Mark McVeigh as North Melbourne pursues the midfielder despite Essendon's strong trade demand.
Jordan Ridley has caught up with Essendon's new coach Mark McVeigh to discuss his future as North Melbourne continues chasing him. Ridley has three years left on his contract at the Bombers.
Jordan Ridley completed a medical at the Roos but continues training at Essendon's facility in their off-season program. The Bombers have flagged a strong trade price for him.
North is keen to trade for two key backs in the period, Adelaide's Nick Murray and Ridley, though both players are contracted for multiple years. Ridley explored moves to Brisbane last year but stayed at Essendon, and he pursued Queensland clubs again this off-season before those options faded.
- three years
- Contract remaining
- North Melbourne, Essendon
- Clubs involved
- Nick Murray from Adelaide
- Other target
Why it mattersRidley's destination shapes Essendon's rebuild and North's defensive prospects, with his experience crucial to both clubs' 2027 campaigns.
AustraliaThe deal could reshape the AFL's competitive balance in 2027, with Ridley's move significantly affecting two finals contenders.
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