Another Irish AFL signing expected in the coming weeks

AFL-BOUND: Kerry's Rot Monahan scores a point under pressure from Cork's Colm Gillespie. Pic: ©INPHO/Ken Sutton

Carlton are not the only AFL club set to make an Irish signing with St Kilda also reported to be closing in on an international rookie.

On Monday, it emerged Carlton’s recent trip to Ireland saw them secure two talented Irish prospects, Longford’s Matt Duffy and Kerry’s Rob Monahan. As reported by the Irish Examiner last month, list boss Nick Austin and national recruiting manager Mick Agresta attended kicking sessions in Dublin with dual Brownlow Medal winner Greg 'Diesel' Williams.