Essendon caretaker coach Dean Solomon is set to depart the club after deciding against staying in a new role for the next AFL season. Multiple outlets report that Solomon, a former Essendon premiership player, makes the decision following his time as caretaker and will not take up continuing duties next year.
The reports describe Solomon’s caretaker appointment as challenging, framing it as a difficult period for the club and its coaching setup. They add that Solomon turns down offers to remain, and instead looks for a fresh start outside Essendon. The outlets also note that Mark McVeigh, Solomon’s former teammate, is linked to the new role discussions around next season.
While all sources focus on Solomon’s decision and timing, they largely differ only in how they contextualise the “not the right time” rationale. No outlet reports a specific replacement appointment or new club for Solomon in the material provided; the emphasis remains on his refusal to extend his involvement and his intention to move on.
