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BRISBANE Lions coach Justin Leppitsch will soon be awarded a single-year extension on a contract set to run out at season’s end.

The Herald Sun understands the Lions are working through the details of a deal that will give him security until 2017, aware of a horror early fixture.

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I know some posters including Quigley can't countenance the idea of a contract extension at this point but I am personally very happy with this.

With our first half of the fixture, the bloodsport for Leppa would be on for young and old in the media which is just a shitload of negativity our club doesn't need, and a distraction for the players.

Considering our list turnover, I think a one year extension is pretty prudent. It's not overcommitting but sends a message that he is being given a chance to implement a plan, and also a message to any remaining players who feel like doing a bit of tail wagging the dog.

This gives Leppa 2016 without the hounds at the door and time for Lambert to put some processes in place off-field. If 2016 is an utter disaster for Leppitsch he can still be moved on regardless of the extra year. If things go great beyond expectations, they can extend it further.

I'm really happy with this decision. Come at me.