Ross Lyon told media St Kilda will not pursue off‑contract midfielder Lachie Neane, describing it as not possible after recent sessions. The club said discussions with Lyon and Neane led to the decision to step back from any bid. The decision was linked to tech improvements that were central to Neane’s interests. St Kilda also announced endorsement for Corey Enright’s candidacy for the Carlton senior coach role as a result. Lyon emphasized the club’s priority to refresh the list while keeping the budget balanced. He mentioned that player valuations influenced the timing of any potential acquisition. The coaching staff also reviewed several emerging players as alternatives. Fans were updated via the club’s official channels about the latest direction.