At this stage,the Dockers have not looked at obtaining McDonald-Tipungwuti through the trade period,however industry sources said Fremantle might be open to keeping a spot for McDonald-Tipungwuti to join the club during the pre-season supplemental selection period (SSP).
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That would give the exciting forward a chance to prove that his desire to return was strong before a commitment was made from the club to bring him out of retirement.
His manager Scott Lucas told Trade Radio the player’s personal circumstances had changed.
“He’s had the opportunity or the inclination to reconsider. With that in mind,I think he’s in a really good headspace,” he said.
Under the rules relating to retired players,the player needs to nominate for the draft and then becomes eligible to be selected as a delisted free agent during the SSP if no club picks them up via the draft.