Carlton is weighing Josh Fraser for the permanent senior coaching role, giving him a week to decide whether to enter the process, as Fraser has already shown leadership during an 8-2 interim run and the club is keen for him to consider throwing his hat in the ring.

Fraser is among Carlton’s finalists alongside James Kelly, Jaymie Graham, and Corey Enright, with his previous roles at Carlton including head of development, VFL coach, and senior assistant coach.

Caretaker coach Fraser has been urged by Carlton to formally consider applying for the senior vacancy after a 10-week period in charge.

Essendon is set to overhaul its leadership structure, with the general manager of football operations Dan McPherson resigning and a new football boss to be appointed alongside a new senior coach.

Solomon is scheduled to address the media on Thursday morning.

Tasmania Devils coach Ken Hinkley is assembling his football department and has met Geelong’s Nigel Lappin to discuss him taking the head of development role.

Nigel Lappin, a respected Geelong development chief, is in Hobart for talks with Devils officials and has a prior working relationship with Hinkley.

The Devils, who appointed Hinkley as coach last week, are actively strengthening staff ahead of the AFL season.

Brad Scott was approached by the Devils for their head of football role but declined the offer.

Fraser praised Carlton captain Patrick Cripps ahead of his 250th game and commented on Cripps’ leadership, while noting Harry McKay’s knee recovery and potential involvement against Brisbane.

Essendon has convened a five-person panel, including senior club officials, to select the next senior coach, with former coach Kevin Muscat and analyst John Wardrop invited to join the process.

Fraser took over from Michael Voss in May, guiding Carlton to seven wins and a recent victory over Gold Coast as they prepare for a clash with Brisbane.