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