Chris Fagan joins Carlton as director of coaching
Fagan, architect of three consecutive Lions premierships, takes a coaching role at Carlton under Josh Fraser.
Chris Fagan has left the Lions to join Carlton as director of coaching. The 65-year-old stepped down as Lions head coach after the club's third straight premiership.
Fagan considered offers from multiple Victorian clubs before accepting the role under Carlton's full-time coach Josh Fraser. Brisbane co-captain Hugh McCluggage said the Lions will miss Fagan but understands he needed a break from the stress of head coaching.
Brisbane's search for a replacement is nearing its end, with four candidates in final interviews.
- 65
- Fagan age
- 3 consecutive
- Premierships won at Brisbane
- 4
- Brisbane replacement candidates
Why it mattersA premiership-winning coach joining a rival club signals confidence in Carlton's future and leaves Brisbane with a gap to fill before next season.
AustraliaThe move reshapes the AFL coaching landscape for 2027, affecting two Victorian clubs and one of the competition's strongest teams.
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