According to a News Ltd report:<\/p>\n
Geelong has formed part of a stack of rival interest for Brad Crouch this year, but the Adelaide midfielder is set to stay put during this trade period.<\/p>\n
But Crouch, who wants a lucrative five-year deal from the Crows, is facing an uncertain long-term future.<\/p>\n
The best and fairest midfielder becomes a restricted free agent at the end of next year and the Herald Sun has confirmed the Cats are among six clubs who have expressed interest.<\/p>\n
With clubs like Geelong and Gold Coast knowing they would have to cough up a significant price to secure the 25-year-old, snaring him for no outlay under free agency rules in 12 months\u2019 time holds appeal.<\/p>\n
Crouch\u2019s preference is to remain with the Crows, but his contract request is highly unlikely to be sanctioned any time soon given the new coach will want to assess the list over the coming months and into next season.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
Geelong joins long list of suitors showing an interest in @Adelaide_FC<\/a> club champion Brad Crouch.
But the midfield star is expected to stay a Crow – for now.https:\/\/t.co\/WCuUeDVGv4<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/pHfyQp2Vsi<\/a><\/p>— The Advertiser Sport (@TheTiserSport) October 10, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote>