Neil Mitchell says Andrew Thorburn’s tenure as Essendon’s chief executive might be over as quick as it began.

“It’s not fair, it’s not reasonable, but I think it’s the reality,” the 3AW Mornings host said.

It comes after Daniel Andrews, an Essendon supporter, joined the public chorus of criticism of Thorburn’s appointment on Tuesday.

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“I think he’s doomed,” Neil Mitchell said.

“I think it’s rough – very rough – but I think it’s the reality.”

‘I don’t feel welcome’: Essendon CEO appointment sparks fan revolt

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