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Blues set to poach Power boss to lead new era

Carlton’s search for a new footy boss after Brad Lloyd’s sacking appears over.

Essendon defender Jordan Ridley has requested a trade to the Brisbane Lions, despite his contract binding him to the Bombers until 2029.

Players are wanting to leave even with the knowledge they do not have a club to go to after Carlton.

The 58-year-old is out of work for the first time since entering football after finishing his 13-year stint at the Power.

The key forward is ‘still eyeing an exit’ – and the prospect of a trade.

Carlton’s exit interviews begin on Tuesday, and Charlie Curnow will tell the Blues he’s open to a trade to the Swans.

De Koning has been widely expected to leave Carlton due to a gap of around $700,000 a year.

Reid expressed enthusiasm, citing his commitment to the team’s progress.

AFL Grand Final headliner Snoop Dogg has unleashed an extraordinary attack on gay parents.

A suspension of that magnitude would be consistent with other recent on-field matters of homophobic vilification investigated by the AFL.