The AFL is about to step up their hunt for a brand new chief government, with Gillon McLachlan placing a date on his League exit.
McLachlan succeeded Andrew Demetriou in 2014 and was attributable to end within the position on the completion of the 2022 season.
However, advanced points such because the Hawthorn racism scandal and Tasmania’s proposed bid for a nineteenth license have extended his tenure.
While the footy world shall be celebrating the primary ‘Magic Round’ in Adelaide from April 13 to 16, McLachlan shall be hoping to quietly exit stage proper with one final legacy to go away the competitors.
The news was introduced to workers after discussions with AFL Commission chairman Richard Goyder.
Goyder mentioned in a press release the League had created a shortlist of replacements with candidates from inside and out of doors the AFL world and had requested McLachlan to increase his time within the position.
“Additionally, with several key priorities still in play, including finalising a position on a 19th license for Tasmania, the Player CBA and the AFL’s response to the Hawthorn racism allegations, Gill has agreed to delay his departure until after the Toyota AFL Premiership Season Round Five celebrations in Adelaide,” he mentioned.
“It is important the AFL has continuity during this period as we continue to work through some incredibly significant and complex pieces of work for the industry.
“As you know, Gill initially committed to finishing at the end of the year, and I thank him for agreeing to stay in the leadership role for an additional period as we navigate through a critically important time.”
He additionally mentioned they hoped to call the following chief government early subsequent yr.
