Meier's contract will end this summer, but as an RFA, the team that acquires him will have some control. However, if Meier's agent says he won't sign long-term with the acquiring team, they may be less willing to give up their best assets for him.
Meier's preferred destination is rumored to be New Jersey, according to a source who has accurately broken news in the past, but this may be a false narrative. This report could still impact the bidding for Meier, regardless of its accuracy.