<h2>Two Giants Depart, St Kilda To Land 4th Trade Target - Three Point Summary:&nbsp;</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>- GWS Giants confirm Leek Aleer's departure to St Kilda following a big-money offer, with trade negotiations required</p> <p>- Jacob Wehr capitalises on free agent status to return home, joining Port Adelaide as an Unrestricted Free Agent, having previously been delisted from the Giants</p> <p>- St Kilda’s recruitment spree creates ripple effects with Ruckman Rowan Marshall exploring a potential Geelong move</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The AFL trade period heats up as GWS Giants confirm major departures with Leek Aleer heading to St Kilda and Jacob Wehr joining Port Adelaide.</p> <p>The Giants confirmed the news following the club's Finals exit on the weekend against Hawthorn. Untried swingman Wade Derksen is also poised to leave the club and join Melbourne, though the move is yet to be confirmed.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Giants List Overhaul Begins Following Finals Exit</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The GWS Giants' season conclusion against Hawthorn in the first week of finals has triggered significant list changes, with two key departures now confirmed. The club's list turnover reflects the competitive nature of AFL player movements during the trade period.</p> <p>Leek Aleer's anticipated move to St Kilda became official on Monday, though the Saints must negotiate a trade to secure the defender's services. The big-money offer represents a significant investment in St Kilda's defensive structure for the upcoming season.</p> <p>Meanwhile, Jacob Wehr has leveraged his unique contractual situation to return to South Australia.&nbsp;</p> <p>The 27-year-old winger was previously delisted by the Giants, making Wehr, under AFL rules, a lifetime free agent whenever his deal expired. This classification allows him to join Port Adelaide without requiring a trade.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Player Movements Create Domino Effect Across AFL Clubs</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Wehr's AFL journey began after winning a SANFL premiership with Woodville-West Torrens, leading to his selection as a mature-age recruit in the 2020 AFL draft. After playing 15 games this season before being dropped for finals, he'll join a Port Adelaide side experiencing significant changes under new coach Josh Carr.</p> <p>The Power faces substantial list management challenges following multiple departures. Veterans Travis Boak and Willie Rioli have retired, while Jed McEntee, Ryan Burton, Jeremy Finlayson, Dylan Williams, Lachie Charleson, and Hugh Jackson were delisted. Football boss Chris Davies has also recently departed the club to take the vacant head of Football role at Carlton.</p> <p>St Kilda's aggressive recruitment strategy extends beyond Aleer, with Carlton duo Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni, plus West Coast's Liam Ryan wish to join the club during the trade period, looking likely to be honoured too. The Saints have issued statements expressing satisfaction with these "big-money signings."</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Trade Ripple Effects Continue Across Competition</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>However, St Kilda's recruitment activity has created unexpected consequences. Homegrown Ruck Rowan Marshall, despite having two years remaining on his Saints contract, has reportedly met with Geelong coach Chris Scott regarding a potential trade. Marshall's concerns about his role alongside incoming recruit De Koning highlight the strategic complexities of list management.</p> <p>The Giants' list changes aren't finished, with Wade Derksen expected to pursue trade talks after being retained against his wishes last season. Melbourne has emerged as a potential suitor for the untried swingman, indicating continued movement in the AFL player market.</p> <p>These developments underscore the dynamic nature of AFL trade periods, where player movements create cascading effects across multiple clubs. The balance between recruiting talent and managing existing contracts continues to challenge list managers as clubs position themselves for the 2025 season.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>For all the latest AFL Trade, Free Agency and Contract news this off-season, keep clicking back to<strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/afl">The Huddle</a></strong> to keep you across all the movement and where your club's picks for the <strong><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/afl/news/2025-afl-draft-order">2025 AFL Draft</a></strong> fall.</em></p>