Collingwood land Perryman but miss out on football boss target

Collingwood have missed out on landing Port Adelaide football boss Chris Davies as the hunt to replace Graham Wright continues, but they have secured GWS free agent Harry Perryman on a six-year deal.

The 25-year-old Perryman informed his former club of his decision on Tuesday.

Harry Perryman has chosen to accept a six-year offer from Collingwood. Credit: Getty Images

Perryman’s call is a win for the Magpies, who are still on the hunt for a football manager to replace Wright after Davies decided to remain in Adelaide, according to two industry sources with knowledge of Davies’ decision.

Collingwood president Jeff Browne and football director Paul Licuria are leading the search for a replacement for Wright, who chose to pursue other opportunities following a sabbatical overseas. Wright is a huge loss for the Magpies, who also chased the Brisbane Lions’ football manager Danny Daly. Daly will remain with the premiership team.

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