Former Carlton director Craig Mathieson. Picture: Carlton Football Club

DIRECTOR Craig Mathieson has resigned after more than 10 years on the Carlton board.

The Blues confirmed on Monday they had accepted the resignation of Mathieson, who served as a director for 11 years and oversaw the club's finance and audit remits.

It comes amid a difficult period for Carlton on the field, with the Blues 13th on the ladder through 11 rounds.

"We accept Craig's decision to resign from his role as a club director and thank him for all he has contributed to the Blues across 11 years of service," Carlton president Luke Sayers said.

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Mathieson's position as director was due to become vacant at the end of 2024.

It has been a difficult season for Carlton, which has won just four of its opening 11 games of 2023.

The Blues have lost six of their past seven matches, including Friday night's loss to Sydney at the SCG.