Geelong assistant known for his midfield focus James Kelly tops the top list for Carlton’s senior coach job.
He has publicly confirmed he’s entirely focused on the Carlton role, not Essendon’s opening.
Kelly mainly works with Geelong’s midfield and does not stated any plans to leave.
Geelong did not comment on team movements.
Carlton’s panel strongly denied favouring any candidate, calling the talk false.
The panel will objectively judge all applicants properly and promptly reveal its pick later this month.
Ultimate decisions will come shortly after interviews are done.