West Coast Eagles weigh up lifeline for Norm Smith winner Bobby Hill but rivals Fremantle Dockers rule out move
AFL clubs are evaluating the potential return of former Collingwood forward Bobby Hill to professional football. While West Coast is monitoring his progress, Fremantle has ruled out a move for the player.
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West Coast is monitoring Bobby Hill's comeback bid, while Fremantle says it won't pursue him
--> Bobby Hill is seen during Collingwood training on June 18, 2026. Picture: Getty Images WEST Coast is keeping tabs on former Collingwood forward Bobby Hill as he eyes a return to the AFL, although Fremantle has confirmed it will not chase him over the off-season.
And St Kilda has expressed a desire in topping up its list over the summer, although the Saints are yet to explore their interest in either Hill or Jake Stringer.
Hill and the Magpies cut ties earlier this year after the forward went through a range of personal issues, but the 2023 Norm Smith medallist has since been pushing to return to the top level.
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