Essendon Football Club would like to thank Neil Craig for his passion and professionalism over the past two years.

Craig has accepted the position of Director of Coaching, Development and Performance with the Carlton Football Club.

Craig joined the Bombers as the Head of Coaching Development and Strategy before moving into the role of General Manager Football Performance.

CEO, Xavier Campbell, said Craig had made a significant contribution to the Club’s football department.

“Neil joined Essendon at a very difficult time and he provided incredible support and leadership within the football department as we navigated our way through an extremely complex environment,” Campbell said.

“Neil is a great football person, his wealth of knowledge, professionalism and experience has been a great resource for our football department staff and players.

 “On behalf of everyone at the Essendon Football Club we wish Neil, his wife Christine and daughters Patrea and Brittany all the very best for the future.”