A fortnight after the revelation that Zach Merrett had met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell, two former Essendon captains have offered their support.

The Bombers’ captain faces arguably the most significant fortnight of his football career after it emerged he met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell...

The Bombers’ captain faces arguably the most significant fortnight of his football career after it emerged he met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell...

The Bombers’ captain faces arguably the most significant fortnight of his football career after it emerged he met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell...

Essendon has been urged to “follow through” on its guarantee that captain Zach Merrett will remain at the club and see out his contract.

Essendon captain Zach Merrett is keen to leave for Hawthorn and has all but farewelled the Bombers after winning a sixth best and fairest award.

Essendon captain Zach Merrett wants to join Hawthorn, with his best and fairest winner's speech all but a farewell to the Bombers.

Essendon captain Zach Merrett read a pre-prepared speech after winning a sixth Bombers club medal, amid speculation he will leave the club.

Essendon captain Zach Merrett read a pre-prepared speech after winning a sixth Bombers club medal, amid speculation he will leave the club.

Essendon captain Zach Merrett read a pre-prepared speech after winning a sixth Bombers club medal, amid speculation he will leave the club.