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Carlton want coach Fraser to pitch for permanent job
Fraser is weighing the role after guiding Carlton to an 8-2 record and a return to finals relevance, with other assistants also in the mix.
On Thursday, Carlton Football Manager Chris Davies asked interim coach Josh Fraser to apply for the club's permanent head coaching position, giving him one week to decide.
Fraser stepped into the interim role ahead of round 10 when Carlton held a dismal 1-8 record, then led the Blues to an impressive 8-2 mark with a seven-game winning streak.
Other candidates include Fremantle assistant Jaymie Graham, St Kilda senior assistant Corey Enright, and Geelong assistant James Kelly, though Fraser emphasized wanting to "hit the ground running" if successful.
The club turns its focus to Saturday night's crucial clash against the Brisbane Lions at Marvel Stadium, where captain Patrick Cripps will play his 250th game.
Davies expects to finalize the coaching appointment by the end of the home-and-away season, which concludes on August 23, leaving Fraser's decision window tight.