Greater Western Sydney utility Adam Tomlinson is set to return home to Victoria, with the Demons poised to attain his services for 2020 and beyond.

Tomlinson, 26, was dropped for the Giants' elimination final win over the Western Bulldogs last weekend, just the second time in three years that he hasn't played at the highest level.

Adam Tomlinson is expected to be heading back to Victoria. Credit:Melissa Adams

He's also a strong chance of returning to the line-up for Saturday's semi-final against Brisbane at the Gabba after the calf injury sustained by veteran Brett Deledio.

But after being strongly courted by St Kilda – who made a bold play for him with a long-term contract offer – The Age has been told by sources close to Tomlinson that he is likely to join Melbourne as an unrestricted free agent.