Dustin Martin's AFL future in 2024 is not clear with the Richmond star being targeted for a trade by the Gold Coast Suns.
With Martin's long-time Tigers coach Damien Hardwick now at the helm of the Suns, speculation continues to rage about the three-time Norm Smith Medallist's future.
The Sporting News details all the latest news surrounding Dusty.
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Dustin Martin latest trade news
Martin's future has been speculated about since the mid-year departure of Hardwick from Richmond.
The retirements of close mates Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt have only fueled the rumours Martin could leave the Tigers.
Martin is currently contracted at Richmond until the end of the 2024 season.
Interested clubs: Gold Coast
Dustin Martin meets with Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick - Thursday, September 7
Sparking controversy, Martin has been spotted meeting with former coach Hardwick while on holiday on the Gold Coast.
A photo was snapped of the pair enjoying drinks on Thursday night, with 7NEWS' Mitch Cleary reporting the exclusive.
Despite the meeting, a move to the Suns is unlikely to eventuate before Martin's contract runs out in 2024.
An exclusive report from @cleary_mitch - Dustin Martin has met with Suns coach Damien Hardwick on the Gold Coast.
— 7AFL (@7AFL) September 7, 2023
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'Disenchanted' Martin holidays on the Gold Coast with Richmond future undecided - Thursday, September 7
Martin is currently holidaying on the Gold Coast while he makes up his mind about his 2024 playing future.
The Suns are linked heavily with a trade for the 32-year-old, with Hardwick pulling the strings as their new coach.
Footy Classified's Caroline Wilson believes Martin is 'disenchanted' by recent happenings at Richmond and was undecided about his AFL future, but values loyalty.
According to Wilson, the Brownlow Medallist was struggling with the retirements of Cotchin and Riewoldt, and the fact the Tigers were yet to appoint a senior coach for next season.
"He hasn’t quite made up his mind … other clubs believe there is a conversation to be had," she said.
Where will Dustin Martin play in 2024?
While the most likely scenario is Martin seeing out his contract at Richmond next season, there is a possibility the superstar could leave the club.
First option appears to be the Gold Coast Suns, where Martin's former Tigers coach Damien Hardwick is now the leader.
The Suns have young, talented list that should be challenging for finals in 2024.
If Martin leaves, it's always been likely to a non-Victorian club with the gun famously not fond of the spotlight.
Brisbane, Sydney and GWS will likely throw their hat in the ring if Martin becomes available for trade.
