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Let's say that in this timeline, Russia preemptively attacks the Swedish Navy, sparking Sweden to declare war on Russia. For the sake of discussion, let's also say that the central powers win in this scenario [as if they lose, there isn't too much to talk about].

As part of the peace with Russia Sweden is granted Ösel, but what I'm having trouble with is the future of Finland. Specifically, which is more realistic; they directly annex the Grand Duchy of Finland, they gain Finland as a Client State, or a Independent Finland in personal Union with Sweden?

My knowledge on Sweden and Finland at the time isn't great, so I was hoping for some feedback on which option [or others I haven't thought of] is most realistic for Finland in a central powers victory.
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