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Released North Melbourne veteran Drew Petrie has confirmed his interest in a move to West Coast, but he doesn't expect to know his future for another few weeks.

The Eagles are considering picking up Petrie as a replacement for injured ruckman Nic Naitanui, who will miss at least the majority of the 2017 AFL season after surgery on a ruptured ACL.

And Petrie believes he would be up to the task if required.