Frustrated player manager Paul Connors will be conducting business differently in the future, after his contracted players Jake Stringer and Jack Watts were blindsided by their respective clubs and their desire to trade them.

Watts was in Geelong touring the Cats facilities on Tuesday afternoon, less than 24 hours after being given a rousing reception by adoring Demons fans at the club's best and fairest.

Bulldog Jake Stringer's playing future is in limbo. Credit:AAP

Stringer's move to Essendon is in limbo and looks destined for a stand-off on the last day of the trade period next Thursday.

Both the Western Bulldogs and Melbourne have been vocal in their opinions on Watts and Stringer's deficiencies, but also want top dollar in return as far as their trade value.