'Football romance' sees North Melbourne poised to land 'big fish'

Key points

• North Melbourne appears close to signing Sydney Swans star Nick Blakey, according to commentary from Jon Ralph. Blakey is reportedly keen to join the club, where his father John once played.
• Neither Blakey nor the Swans have made an official statement about a trade. Ralph said North would need to offer pick 5, players and a future first-round pick.
• The deal is not yet done and its final shape is unclear.