Kerry manager Jack O'Connor: AFL clubs shouldn’t be getting ‘free’ punt on GAA starlets

Kingdom will be under strength for League opener against Donegal on Sunday with likes of David Clifford on 'extended break'

IMPACT: Kerry's Cillian Burke made a big impact when introduced against Derry. Pic: Shauna Clinton/Sportsfile

KERRY manager Jack O’Connor believes GAA clubs who nurture and develop young talent should be receiving some form of financial compensation from the AFL club who attract them to Australia.

The Kingdom begin their Allianz League campaign with a tough opening clash on Sunday against Jim McGuinness’ Donegal and will be down up to nine players from the side that lost the All-Ireland semi-final to Armagh.