Mahoney explains what Demons expect out of Kolodjashnij

Melbourne footy boss Josh Mahoney has explained what the Demons expect out of new recruit Kade Kolodjashnij.

The Dees acquired Kolodjashnij from the Gold Coast in the Steven May deal at yesterday’s deadline.

The 23-year-old played just eight games this season due to concussion issues, but Melbourne is confident he can overcome those problems and be a key contributor in 2019.

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“We are confident his concussion issues are over and we have seen our own success with that with Angus Brayshaw and Neville Jetta who have had concussion issues over the last couple years,” Mahoney told SEN Breakfast.

“We are confident with that. Through our midfield, we think we need more run, we need someone who can play a legitimate role on the wing and halfback.

“Our recruiting team loved Kade when he got drafted five years ago and to be able to bring him in, we know he can play those positions.

“We think he is a really good addition for us in the midfield.”

Listen to Josh Mahoney’s chat with Garry Lyon and Tim Watson on SEN Breakfast in the player below