AFL clubs wait on Franklin deal Several clubs will be in a holding pattern when trade period starts on Monday as the AFL continues to investigate the monster Lance Franklin deal. Sydney and Franklin's manager Liam Pickering are confident the nine-year, $10 million offer for the Hawthorn free agent will receive AFL approval. Clubs will hope that, whatever the AFL's decision, it happens as soon as possible because it will have a direct bearing on trade activity. For example, there is strong speculation that Sydney key forward Jesse White is headed to Collingwood and Andrejs Everitt could also be traded, but the Swans cannot negotiate with certainty until Franklin's fate is known. The Swans remain defiant over their audacious bid to recruit Franklin in the wake of outrage from some rival clubs. But Hawthorn have made a point of thanking the star forward, who played in his second premiership with the club late last month. Hawthorn played a video tribute to Franklin at Saturday night's best and fairest function, which he did not attend. Crimmins Medal winner and friend Josh Gibson said they were sad to see Franklin leave, but understood his decision. "It was really tough for him and I've moved clubs, so I understand what he's going through," Gibson, a former North Melbourne player, told Channel Nine. We know he was offered a very big deal and no-one has any issues with him taking that deal. The AFL free agency period will also continue this week, with paperwork expected soon for Dale Thomas' move from Collingwood to Carlton. The Blues have reportedly put a four-year offer worth more than $2.5 million to the 2011 All-Australian, who has struggled with ankle injuries in the last two seasons. Other potential player movement includes: St Kilda veteran Nick Dal Santo to North Melbourne, either as a free agent or in a trade. Collingwood half-back Heath Shaw traded to any of seven clubs, amid speculation he wants to stay in Victoria. West Coast Luke Shuey potentially returning to his home state and going to either Collingwood or Melbourne. But he has a year left on his current contract. The Western Bulldogs, desperate to boost their inexperienced attack, have made a big offer to Essendon's Stewart Crameri. Greater Western Sydney midfielder Taylor Adams could announce his club of choice on Monday, with several Victorian clubs looking at a potential trade. Brisbane's Billy Longer going to Hawthorn to replace retired premiership ruckman Max Bailey. Former Geelong stars Paul Chapman, Josh Hunt and James Podsiadly all want to keep playing, while the Cats are also reportedly prepared to strike a trade for Travis Varcoe. Meanwhile, Essendon are set to name their interim coach this week, with current senior assistant coach Mark Thompson and Sydney assistant Leigh Tudor the frontrunners. Former Essendon star and now ex-Brisbane assistant coach Mark Harvey could also return to the Bombers.