North Melbourne skipper Jack Ziebell could be set for a move to defence in 2021.

The 29-year-old has made his name through the midfield and up forward across 218 games, but his experience would be welcomed in the back half.

“‘Nobesy’ (David Noble) floated the idea pre-Christmas about going across half-back and it was something I definitely entertained,” Ziebell told 7 News Melbourne.

“I’ve got some great role models in the past doing the same thing in Luke Hodge and Matty Boyd and guys like this from different clubs who can go down there and have an impact.”

Ziebell is known for his relentless attack on the ball and opposition, and could provide a harder edge in defence.

“I’ve always said, whether it be midfield, forward or back, I’ll play wherever the coach wants me to play,” he said. 

The North number seven had a challenging 2020 campaign, with injury hampering his ability to get out on the field.

But he's confident of bouncing back in a new-look Kangaroos' outfit.

“I probably won’t set too many expectations at the start. I’ll probably just be learning the craft of half-back, but I want to get back to playing my best football,” Ziebell added. 

“I still think my best football is ahead of me.”