Hawthorn’s chances to sign Ben King improve with Gold Coast’s struggles
Hawthorn's chances of acquiring key forward Ben King and Zach Merrett have improved as Gold Coast struggles in the season's final rounds. Kings' free agency could allow Hawthorn to secure him without a costly trade. Gold Coast's current position on the ladder may incentivize them to accept a significant compensation pick rather than match any potential offer.
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Published 10 Jul 2026, 08:43 UTC · Updated 10 Jul 2026, 08:50 UTC
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