South Australia’s top AFL draft prospect Dyson Sharp has opened up about his dream to be picked up by Essendon, the club he’s supported his whole life.

The big-bodied midfielder is one of several locals expected to be snapped up in the first round of next week’s draft, entering with arguably the best footy resume and a reputation as a natural-born leader.

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“Fortunately for me, it does come quite naturally and I guess we’ll just see what happens,” Sharp told 7NEWS Adelaide.

“But hopefully, yeah, when I first get into the club, I start to show those leadership qualities.”

The young gun was named best player at the under-18 national championships, where he captained SA to victory.

He’s also made an impact

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