Geelong CEO Brian Cook and coach Mark Thompson met this morning.

Following that meeting, Brian Cook has the following statement.

“Mark has indicated that at the end of the season he feels exhausted and wants to reassess his coaching future.

“He has told me that the issue isn’t whether he goes to Essendon or any other Club, but rather if he wishes to continue coaching at all.

“The Club has advised Mark to speak to his closest associates before he makes any decision on his coaching future at Geelong.

“The Club has indicated to mark that we hope he fulfils his contract, but only if he is fully committed to coaching.

“We expect a decision from Mark sooner than rather than later. In the meantime we will inform all of our stakeholders of this recent development.”