Collingwood forward Chris Dawes is set to earn more money if he joins Melbourne. Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: Herald Sun
CHRIS Dawes is headed for a hefty pay rise as Melbourne remains in pole position to secure his services.
The Herald Sun understands the Collingwood key forward will almost double his pay at any new club in an enormous sweetener to being squeezed out by arriving West Coast Eagle Quentin Lynch.
It is believed Dawes was paid about $280,000 this year at the Magpies - not far above the league average.
But his market value has soared since he announced his wish to be traded, with Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs jostling for the 24-year-old's services and pushing up his price.
Industry sources yesterday confirmed Melbourne, Dawes' club of choice, is prepared to pay him in the region of $500,000 a season.
The Bulldogs refused to comment yesterday, but it is believed they have not given up all hope of striking a deal for Dawes and met with the Magpies yesterday.
The Dogs may have more picks to throw Collingwood's way, with room to move on finances after Brian Lake's departure.
But a move to the Dogs appears a long shot given players invaribly get to their preferred club.
Dawes still has two years to run on a contract signed at Collingwood after last year's Grand Final, but will move on a long-term upgraded deal without finacial contribution from the Pies.
On the surface, it seems bizarre he would be rewarded with a pay hike coming off a poor season, but big men in the right place at the right time can cash in.
It is also difficult to begrudge Dawes given he stayed at Collingwood for "unders" due to salary cap pressure and loyalty.
Last season he knocked back significantly bigger offers, potentially in the $500,000 range, to stay for less and vie for a premiership.
Despite the Pies talking to the Dogs yesterday, there was little movement on the Dawes' issue from Melbourne's end.
It may now depend on the compensation the Demons receive for losing free agent Brent Moloney, which will not be known until Friday.
The Dees have put pick No.20 on the table for Dawes, but may come in late with another pick down the order to get the deal done.
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