Demons look to Stynes for solace

DUBLINER Jim Stynes has become the first Irish-born chairman of an AFL club, but the Brownlow medallist has ordered a total review of the Melbourne Football Club, admitting there would be no quick fix to their woes.

The Melbourne chairman elect broke down at a press conference after taking control of the outfit, saying the challenge facing him was massive.

In an emotional address to the media, Stynes said further financial losses could see the club forced to relocate to the Gold Coast if changes were not made quickly.