Essendon have today unveiled their panel to select their next AFL head coach. Five people were announced, including current club president, Andrew Welsh. But there’s one thing missing according to Bombers great Matthew Lloyd. Press PLAY to hear Lloyd’s full thoughts on the selection panel Images: Supplied, Quinn Rooney/Getty
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