Melbourne clubs Essendon and Carlton are assessing potential coaching candidates and have put Sydney’s 2012 premiership coach John Longmire on their radar, according to reports. Multiple outlets say that, as of now, neither club has spoken directly with Longmire. The coverage describes Longmire as a coaching target for both Essendon and Carlton, but also notes that discussions have not yet taken place. With the next steps still unclear, the reports indicate that any formal approach would be likely to occur later, once the clubs progress further in their coaching searches. The information remains limited to the clubs’ interest and the current lack of direct contact with Longmire, with no confirmation of negotiations, timing, or whether Longmire is willing to consider a move away from Sydney.