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Merrett leaves door ajar ahead of crunch meeting with new coach
Essendon star Zach Merrett has opened up on his future and the potential for him to stay at the Bombers, amid talks he will once again request a trade.
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Hird’s Merrett reveal casts shadow over mate’s first big Bombers job
The biggest change looming over the team is the likely departure of Merrett, who is expected to request a move again during the October trade period.
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Superstar may turn down $18m offer to join premiership fancy
These are the 10 players set to define a blockbuster trade period, with some ridiculously big money offers flying around for the cream of the AFL’s talent.
'Sell the dream': Hird's plan to quell Essendon trade exodus
James Hird has outlined one of the key angles he will take as he begins his hunt to become the next coach of Essendon.
‘Get them out’: Lloyd urges Bombers to trade disgruntled trio
With growing speculation that a number of senior Essendon players could seek trades at the end of the season, Matthew Lloyd believes the club should move on from the lot of them.
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Lions flag hero's $4m call looms as Neale edges closer to exit
It’s shaping as a blockbuster end of season trade period, with some of the biggest names in the game edging closer to the departure lounge.
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The ‘bounty’ of picks that could help cashed-up Bombers rise
Essendon is set to ask the AFL for a priority pick, which could give it an incredibly strong hand at this year’s draft.
Scott's explosive Merrett revelation after being sacked
Brad Scott has made a bombshell revelation in regards to Zach Merrett on the same day he was sacked as Essendon coach.
Malthouse's three-word solution to ugly Merrett saga
Zach Merrett reckons he's enjoying his new role mentoring young talent at the club, but the legendary coach believes he shouldn't get too comfortable
Merrett exploring fresh attempt to leave Bombers
Matthew Lloyd has conceded the time has come for the 30-year-old to cut ties with the club and search for success elsewhere.