Melbourne CEO Paul Guerra has sensationally parted ways with the club less than a year after taking the role.

Guerra was appointed into the role exactly a year ago, but didn’t start until September.

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However, he has lasted just seven months with 7NEWS reporter Xander McGuire revealing the club and Guerra have parted ways.

The reasons for the decision haven’t been made clear yet.

McGuire revealed that former West Coast, Geelong and Carlton CEO Brian Cook will be named as the interim CEO.

Guerra was somewhat of a leftfield selection after previously being CEO at the Victoria Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

He officially took over from interim David Chippindall in September last year. Chippindall had been in charge on a temporary basis after Gary Pert’s resignation at the end of 2024.

Guerra guided the club through a busy off-season that included a change in coach following the sacking of Simon Goodwin.

He played an integral role in the appointment of Steven King appointed as coach as the club ushered in a new era without superstars Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver.

Melbourne have been one of the stories of the season so far, surging to fourth place on the ladder with a 5-2 record under the rookie coach.

They have been super impressive with a new attacking brand that has seen them knock off premiership fancies Brisbane and Gold Coast.

But there has been some issues off the field, headlined by the proposed move to the Caulfield Racecourse hitting a stumbling block and also their temporary move to Waverley Park on the rocks.

There was also controversy surrounding the retirement of Steven May when football boss Alan Richardson revealed sensitive personal information in a Zoom call to the partners of players.

Guerra’s departure continues a revolving door in the Demons’ top offices, with president Steven Smith the fourth person to fill that role in the last six years.

“On behalf of Melbourne Football Club, I thank Paul for his contribution to the club and wish him all the best for the future,” Smith said in a statement.

“Brian is a highly respected operator and with over 35 years of experience in AFL clubs he will provide much needed leadership and guidance through this period.

“We are pleased that Brian has agreed to step into the role in an interim capacity until a permanent CEO can commence.”

Smith was asked directly by 7NEWS on Tuesday if the Guerra decision was linked to the condemned Zoom call about May, but he declined to comment.