Carlton have confirmed the appointment of Michael Voss as their new coach.
The 46-year-old, who was in charge of Brisbane from 2009-2013, will coach the Blues for at least the next three seasons.
He replaces David Teague, who was sacked last month.
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“I am incredibly excited and feel very privileged to become the new AFL senior coach of the Carlton Football Club,” Voss said.
“It is truly a great honour to join a club as big and as proud as Carlton, and I take on this role with a great sense of pride and excitement for what’s to come.
“From the outside looking in, I think everyone can see the undeniable talent on the playing list, which I’m really looking forward to getting to work with. To go with that, there’s a massive, loyal supporter base that has stood by this football club for a long time.”
Carlton haven’t made the finals since 2013, this year finishing 13th on the ladder with just eight wins.
It’s been a tumultuous period for the club, with chief executive Cain Liddle sacked just days after Teague was given his marching orders.
“After a thorough and considered selection process, Voss’ credentials and vast experience in football made him the right person for the job,” said club president Luke Sayers.
“The final four candidates presented and interviewed extremely well, each demonstrating strong game plan and strategic knowledge with an emphasis on offence, defence, contest, pressure and structure.
“Michael demonstrated a strong understanding of the key fundamental requirements for Carlton right now: inspirational and accountable leadership, driver of a united and ambitious culture, builder of trusting and collaborative relationships and a deep and genuine desire to deliver strong on-field performance.”
Voss was far from Carlton’s first choice for the job, with both Alastair Clarkson and Ross Lyon turning down the role.
“We know that we have a highly talented, versatile playing group and we firmly believe that Michael is the person to get the most out of our players as people and as athletes,” Sayers said.
“We are looking forward to each of them getting to work with Michael, as well as his new assistant coaching staff, and we are excited to begin this next reset phase together with the entire Carlton family, starting with pre-season in November.”
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