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‘We’ll Work that Out’: Neale’s Football Future in Question
- On Friday, Dual Brisbane premiership co-captain Lachie Neale stepped down from his leadership role, with the Lions saying 'The 32-year-old determined this was the best move for him and the club following a challenging personal period.'
- Neale has been at the centre of tabloid speculation in recent weeks as his wife Jules Neale and their two children returned to live in Perth, Western Australia, with Jules last week posting an Instagram story featuring Busselton Jetty.
- A decorated career underpins Lachie Neale's profile, with two Brownlow medals , four Merrett-Murray medals, and a pivotal grand final sub role after a calf injury.
- With the 2026 season approaching, Neale's contract status also matters as the club must decide whether Harris Andrews leads alone or partners with Josh Dunkley or Hugh McCluggage.
- On the club's AFL-mandated Christmas break, players are due back for pre-season training next week, Coach Chris Fagan spoke with Neale over Christmas and was reportedly supportive, and AAP understands the step-down was planned before December.
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‘I’ve let my family down’: Lachie Neale steps aside as Lions co-captain amid marriage breakdown
Neale stood aside as Harris Andrews’ co-captain amid uncertainty about his longer-term playing future with the two-time reigning premiers.
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