A Bombers legend believes the days of Zach Merrett leading Essendon out are all but over. Photo: Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS

'Nigh on impossible' for Merrett to stay: Bombers great – The Canberra Times

September 16, 2025

‘Nigh on impossible’ for Merrett to stay: Bombers great The Canberra TimesLISTEN: Merrett ‘beyond the point of no return’, Lion compared to Luke Hodge afl.com.au‘Hard to deal with’: Twist in Merrett trade saga as ‘big’ move for Pies veteran revealed — Whispers fox sportsHawks star comments on club’s pursuit of Merrett SENZach Merrett set to consider handing in captaincy to ‘force’ trade away from Essendon 7NEWS