Former number one pick Lachie Whitfield, the most coveted out-of-contract Giant, has spurned offers to return home to Victoria, instead re-signing to stay in Greater Western Sydney.

The talented midfielder has re-committed to the Giants on a new two year deal expected to be worth about $1 million.

Essendon, St Kilda and North Melbourne were among a range of Victorian clubs closely monitoring the contract status of the top pick.

Whitfield's re-signing means rugged key defender Caleb Marchbank and inside midfielder Jack Steele are the remaining two highly sought-after Giants yet to commit to new contracts with the club.