The leading contender to take Gillon McLachlan’s job has been using the help of a familiar name behind the scenes. 7NEWS
Andrew Dillon is considered by many to be in the box seat to take the top job as the long, drawn-out process to find McLachlan’s successor stretches out into a second year.
Analysis, local footy and the biggest moments, Seven and 7plus are the home of footy shows for every fan. Stream them all for free onMcLachlan announced 366 days ago that he would vacate the position but, lingering issues such as the new TV rights deal , the Hawthorn racism scandal, and a 19th team in Tasmania, have meant he has had to extend his tenure in the role.
The most significant items left on McLachlan’s agenda - and the AFL chief executive’s determination to see their completion before he finally leaves his post - continue to loom large over the 2023 season. “It’s a full agenda, I talk to my chairman every day and I’m working hard until the transition happens.”In November, he answered the league’s call to extend his stay until round five, eager to see those pressing issues through.
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