Sources said on Thursday that Harris had not yet officially requested a move to the Demons,but it appeared a fait accompli.
A return to the Blues has been ruled out,meaning the Demons will either need to find a suitable trade for Harris by next Wednesday’s trade deadline,let her go as a restricted free agent,or allow her to walk to the draft later in the year.
Melbourne have been tight-lipped around their interest in Harris as they work to orchestrate a deal with Geelong to procure young gun Olivia Purcell.
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Sources indicated a trade is the most likely outcome,although Harris’ worth in a trade could be difficult to ascertain,given the complexities of the boxer’s situation,including how much she commands in salary.
Her manager Alex Saundry confirmed toThe Agethat the situation looked promising around Harris finding a new club. She has previously gone on record saying that Harris had not requested a pay packet of $150,000,a figure which had been reported in recent weeks.
Melbourne AFLW skipper Daisy Pearce told SEN radio on Thursday that she would be keen to play alongside Harris.