Charlie Curnow insists he maintains a “pretty healthy” relationship with Carlton coach Michael Voss despite suggestions it became strained towards the end of the key forward’s time at the club.

Curnow’s firm desire to leave the Blues forced their hand in eventually agreeing to send the dual Coleman medallist to Sydney on Wednesday night in the final minutes of the trade period.

The 28-year-old’s want for a fresh start became more apparent as Carlton’s 2025 season unravelled, while Voss repeatedly stated the Blues would not entertain offers for Curnow.

The saga dragged on for months amid reports of tough conversations between Voss and Curnow.

“In the end, it’s a pretty high-pressure environment,” Curnow told reporters at the Swans’ Melbourne office on Thursday.

“I think obviously some

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