Carlton young gun's emotional team meeting as he takes indefinite leave
Elijah Hollands is taking leave from football to deal with personal issues.
www.sen.com.auI don’t have live access to the latest updates right now, but here’s what’s generally known about Elijah Hollands and Carlton in recent times:
- Elijah Hollands signed a two-year extension with Carlton in 2024, indicating the club valued his contribution after joining from Gold Coast in 2023. This established him as a part of Carlton’s on-field plans through at least 2025.[1]
- In 2025 there were reports of personal leave and health-related considerations affecting Hollands and his availability for selection, with Carlton emphasising welfare and support rather than competitive outcomes.[6][7]
- By early 2026, there were ongoing discussions and public updates about Hollands’ status, including AFL and Carlton communications focused on wellbeing and appropriate care, with the AFL seeking clarification on his fitness to play following a notable incident in a high-profile game.[8][9]
If you’d like, I can look up the very latest articles again and summarize the current status with direct quotes and dates. I can also pull Carlton’s official statements or update you with a timeline of key events involving Hollands from 2024 to 2026. Would you like me to fetch the newest information now?