ESSENDON announced on Wednesday night that it has spoken to former Port Adelaide coach Mark Williams about whether he would be available to fill either of the coaching positions made vacant by Scott Camporeale and Ashley Prescott leaving the club at season's end.

Essendon general manager of football operations Paul Hamilton confirmed the club had met with Williams on Wednesday.

Essendon coach Matthew Knights was part of the meeting, but has been under immense pressure this season with the Bombers in 12th position on the ladder after making the finals last year.

“We knew Mark was in Melbourne today so Matthew (Knights) and I took the opportunity to catch up and see where he was at in terms of his career,” Hamilton said.

“We obviously have coaching positions available for next season following the resignations of Ashley Prescott and Scott Camporeale, and we will explore a number of options over the coming weeks to ensure we fill those positions with the best possible candidates.”