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Confusion reigns at Essendon, with contracted coach Ben Rutten set to consult with his family before making a decision on his future at the club.
Rutten remains contracted to the Bombers until the end of 2023, but has been publicly undermined by the club, which made a failed 11th-hour bid for Alastair Clarkson this week.
The 39-year-old was due to host his weekly press conference on Friday and was in good spirits at training ahead of his side’s final game this week, but doubt remains on whether the press conference will go ahead.
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The Herald Sun reports the “blindsided” Rutten will now consult with family about his next step.
Rutten would receive significant interest from rival clubs as an assistant coach if he were to part ways with Essendon.
Essendon president David Barham was expected to speak with players on Friday morning about the club’s situation.
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