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Dons expected to offer Perkins a deal, Cox’s future may hinge on spots

WAtoday Jake Niall

18 Sept 2026 11:57 AEST Summary

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18 Sept 2026 19:01 AEST the headline was changed: ~~‘Not the right time’: Why former Essendon caretaker coach will depart the club~~Dons expected to offer Perkins a deal, Cox’s future may hinge on spots

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Former Essendon premiership player Dean Solomon had a thankless task on his hands as the Bombers’ caretaker coach. He’s now decided to make a fresh break from the club, knocking back offers to stay on in a new role next season alongside his former teammate Mark McVeigh.

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The Sydney Morning Herald Dons expected to offer Perkins a deal, Cox’s future may hinge on spots Niral 10.3 political 0 The Age Dons expected to offer Perkins a deal, Cox’s future may hinge on spots Niral 10.3 political 0 Brisbane Times Dons expected to offer Perkins a deal, Cox’s future may hinge on spots Niral 10.3 political 0