Fremantle’s general manager of list management Brad Lloyd has advised the club that he has accepted a role as the head of football at the Carlton Football Club.

CEO Steve Rosich said that Lloyd, who was contracted beyond the 2018 season, will have a mutually agreed notice period.

“Brad has made a significant contribution to Fremantle during his 11 seasons at the club,” Rosich said.

“During the past two years Brad has played an important role in the club’s rebuild, including the arrival of 22 new players at Fremantle in that time and our eight debutants so far in 2018.

“We wish Brad all the best in his future endeavours.

“The club now has the opportunity to consider a new structure that best suits the future resourcing of our football operations and which continues to drive our list rebuild and a return to playing consistent finals football.”

Lloyd said he was extremely grateful for his time at Fremantle.

“I want to thank CEO Steve Rosich and president Dale Alcock for the investment and education they have provided me as a person and an employee,” Lloyd said.

“The club has a strong and talented board, which is setting the club up for future success.

“I would also like to thank senior coach Ross Lyon and general manager of football operations Chris Bond for their guidance and friendship plus the recruiting team, led by David Walls, and the broader football staff group.”