Levi Greenwood has informed North Melbourne that it is his intention to request a trade to the Collingwood Football Club.

“We were hopeful that Levi would re-sign and stay at North Melbourne and it is disappointing to lose a player of his calibre,” Director of Football Geoff Walsh said.

“The commerciality of AFL today is very real and an environment that both clubs and players alike are a part of. In this particular case Levi has been presented with a superior offer from another club, and we fully understand how the system works.

“The significant piece of work that remains is for Levi’s nominated club to be able to provide compensation that is able to satisfy us.”

Greenwood was recruited with pick #32 in the 2007 National Draft from Port Adelaide in the SANFL. The midfielder has played 74 games since his debut in 2009.

“We thank Levi for his contribution to the club over his seven years at Arden Street,” Walsh said.