Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[Nelson]

Ummm .. if I was Thomas Mikaele .. i'd be asking myself where would i like to live .. ?? Ferkin cold Warrington .. or sunny warm Redcliffe .. ??

He's only 24, might be good to get out and see some of the world, plus I reckon he'll be looking at more coin and longer term from Warrington than he'd get from Redcliffe. Anyway, good luck to him if he goes. I had hoped and thought he would kick on more than he has so far based on his early performances.

 

[jrtiger]

Wests Tigers are considering making a massive play for Sydney Roosters and NSW State of Origin forward Angus Crichton.
The Daily Telegraph understands Crichton and Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire have a close friendship from their days together at South Sydney.

Off contract after this year, Crichton has agreed to a two-year extension at the Sydney Roosters but the contract hasn’t yet been signed or registered with the NRL.

From the daily telegraph

took em long enough. afternoon Telegraph staff writers, nice of you to join us.

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

Mikaele has hands like feet and is an extremely frustrating player, never kicked on wasted roster spot imo no loss.

 

[Wokk_]

given the changes made to loading I wouldn't mind us looking at Hetherington. isn't as much of a risk to spend time off the field and we need an enforcer. comes down to financials and whether he fits in the roster, but I reckon he'd kill it under Madge.

I much prefer Musgrove

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

Wests Tigers are considering making a massive play for Sydney Roosters and NSW State of Origin forward Angus Crichton.

The Daily Telegraph understands Crichton and Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire have a close friendship from their days together at South Sydney.

Off contract after this year, Crichton has agreed to a two-year extension at the Sydney Roosters but the contract hasn’t yet been signed or registered with the NRL.

Wests Tigers have spoken internally about approaching Crichton, although no offer has yet been lodged. Other cashed-up NRL clubs are also interested in Crichton.

Should he sign at Concord, Crichton would join Parramatta’s Isaiah Papali’i in a dynamic Wests Tigers’ back-row with Penrith’s Api Koroisau at dummy half.

It is anticipated Crichton could attract a three-year deal worth between $2.1 million and $2.4 million.

There appears little doubt Wests Tigers will pursue Crichton with vigour, although sources close to the club are denying any formal contact has yet been made.

The Tigers are in desperate need of some heavy-hitting forwards after losing Kelma Tuilagi to Manly, Luke Garner to Penrith and Luciano Leilua to North Queensland for 2023.

Wests Tigers have the money to go after Crichton, who has represented NSW over the past four State of Origin series. The club privately fears being out-bid by rivals for Crichton.

Maguire has a history with Crichton, luring him back from rugby union to Souths in late 2014 and then giving the star forward his NRL debut in 2016.

The Tigers coach also has a strong bond with the Crichton family.

There was a suggestion the Roosters offer involved a chunky pay cut to free up some salary cap cash to sign Storm star Brandon Smith.

Crichton, 26, has endured a largely inconsistent season but there are few more damaging edge forwards in rugby league when he’s firing.

Wests Tigers are privately saying they need to be chasing players of Crichton’s ability and big-match experience.

One former NRL coach said: “Angus would be just the player a club like Wests Tigers need. They need a player of his calibre — that’s the next step for Wests Tigers.

“The club has plenty of rising young players coming through but, for them to step up to the next level, they need players that have played at the highest level, players that have played rep footy. Imagine a Wests Tigers back-row of Crichton and Papali’i.”

Crichton has been linked to a return to rugby union – the code he played when a student at Scots College, Sydney. He is a former Australian Schoolboy rugby union player.

Speaking recently with The Sunday Telegraph, Crichton’s manager David Rawlings was coy about his client’s future, only saying: “We don’t do business and play it out in the media.”

Crichton will play a key role for the Roosters on Saturday night’s big match against Penrith at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

 

[InBenjiWeTrust]

Mikaele has hands like feet and is an extremely frustrating player, never kicked on wasted roster spot imo no loss.

have to agree, from our recent "homegrown" props only Woods came out as the origin/representative player.
While Groat, Mikaele, JJ Falise etc. failed for a different reasons.

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

Mikaele has hands like feet and is an extremely frustrating player, never kicked on wasted roster spot imo no loss.

His hands have improved in a large way over the off season & now has a very low error rate.

In saying that for a unit his size he should be running with more power/direct = larger post contact meters. I have never understood this from him, it's like he is worried about the body contact/playing injured alot.

Think he could dominate over in the ESL and really grow as a player over there.
Shame as he has some talent.

 

[Asu Kepaoa's #1 Fan]

Mikaele's first year was his best year. Would make 80-100m most games in only 20-30 minutes off the bench. Never got better, probably got worse.

 

[Newtown]

Yeah all the leftovers

Wests tigers are not the laughing stock. It's Bulldogs who are undisputed champions in that regard.

 

[tiger_one]

Wests Tigers are considering making a massive play for Sydney Roosters and NSW State of Origin forward Angus Crichton.

The Daily Telegraph understands Crichton and Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire have a close friendship from their days together at South Sydney.

Off contract after this year, Crichton has agreed to a two-year extension at the Sydney Roosters but the contract hasn’t yet been signed or registered with the NRL.

Wests Tigers have spoken internally about approaching Crichton, although no offer has yet been lodged. Other cashed-up NRL clubs are also interested in Crichton.

Should he sign at Concord, Crichton would join Parramatta’s Isaiah Papali’i in a dynamic Wests Tigers’ back-row with Penrith’s Api Koroisau at dummy half.

It is anticipated Crichton could attract a three-year deal worth between $2.1 million and $2.4 million.

There appears little doubt Wests Tigers will pursue Crichton with vigour, although sources close to the club are denying any formal contact has yet been made.

The Tigers are in desperate need of some heavy-hitting forwards after losing Kelma Tuilagi to Manly, Luke Garner to Penrith and Luciano Leilua to North Queensland for 2023.

Wests Tigers have the money to go after Crichton, who has represented NSW over the past four State of Origin series. The club privately fears being out-bid by rivals for Crichton.

Maguire has a history with Crichton, luring him back from rugby union to Souths in late 2014 and then giving the star forward his NRL debut in 2016.

The Tigers coach also has a strong bond with the Crichton family.

There was a suggestion the Roosters offer involved a chunky pay cut to free up some salary cap cash to sign Storm star Brandon Smith.

Crichton, 26, has endured a largely inconsistent season but there are few more damaging edge forwards in rugby league when he’s firing.

Wests Tigers are privately saying they need to be chasing players of Crichton’s ability and big-match experience.

One former NRL coach said: “Angus would be just the player a club like Wests Tigers need. They need a player of his calibre — that’s the next step for Wests Tigers.

“The club has plenty of rising young players coming through but, for them to step up to the next level, they need players that have played at the highest level, players that have played rep footy. Imagine a Wests Tigers back-row of Crichton and Papali’i.”

Crichton has been linked to a return to rugby union – the code he played when a student at Scots College, Sydney. He is a former Australian Schoolboy rugby union player.

Speaking recently with The Sunday Telegraph, Crichton’s manager David Rawlings was coy about his client’s future, only saying: “We don’t do business and play it out in the media.”

Crichton will play a key role for the Roosters on Saturday night’s big match against Penrith at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Well, somebody reads our forum.

 

[pawsandclaws1]

We don't do business and play it out in the media.

No denial at least.

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

Mikaele has hands like feet and is an extremely frustrating player, never kicked on wasted roster spot imo no loss.

Glad he's leaving
Clear the dead wood

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

Wests Tigers are considering making a massive play for Sydney Roosters and NSW State of Origin forward Angus Crichton.

The Daily Telegraph understands Crichton and Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire have a close friendship from their days together at South Sydney.

Off contract after this year, Crichton has agreed to a two-year extension at the Sydney Roosters but the contract hasn’t yet been signed or registered with the NRL.

Wests Tigers have spoken internally about approaching Crichton, although no offer has yet been lodged. Other cashed-up NRL clubs are also interested in Crichton.

Should he sign at Concord, Crichton would join Parramatta’s Isaiah Papali’i in a dynamic Wests Tigers’ back-row with Penrith’s Api Koroisau at dummy half.

It is anticipated Crichton could attract a three-year deal worth between $2.1 million and $2.4 million.

There appears little doubt Wests Tigers will pursue Crichton with vigour, although sources close to the club are denying any formal contact has yet been made.

The Tigers are in desperate need of some heavy-hitting forwards after losing Kelma Tuilagi to Manly, Luke Garner to Penrith and Luciano Leilua to North Queensland for 2023.

Wests Tigers have the money to go after Crichton, who has represented NSW over the past four State of Origin series. The club privately fears being out-bid by rivals for Crichton.

Maguire has a history with Crichton, luring him back from rugby union to Souths in late 2014 and then giving the star forward his NRL debut in 2016.

The Tigers coach also has a strong bond with the Crichton family.

There was a suggestion the Roosters offer involved a chunky pay cut to free up some salary cap cash to sign Storm star Brandon Smith.

Crichton, 26, has endured a largely inconsistent season but there are few more damaging edge forwards in rugby league when he’s firing.

Wests Tigers are privately saying they need to be chasing players of Crichton’s ability and big-match experience.

One former NRL coach said: “Angus would be just the player a club like Wests Tigers need. They need a player of his calibre — that’s the next step for Wests Tigers.

“The club has plenty of rising young players coming through but, for them to step up to the next level, they need players that have played at the highest level, players that have played rep footy. Imagine a Wests Tigers back-row of Crichton and Papali’i.”

Crichton has been linked to a return to rugby union – the code he played when a student at Scots College, Sydney. He is a former Australian Schoolboy rugby union player.

Speaking recently with The Sunday Telegraph, Crichton’s manager David Rawlings was coy about his client’s future, only saying: “We don’t do business and play it out in the media.”

Crichton will play a key role for the Roosters on Saturday night’s big match against Penrith at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Thanks for paying overs to keep Nikora sharkies 🦈

 

[Kaito]

I love Thomas. Met him when he came down from QLD and living with cons Lemuelu, I hope we can keep him I have a lot of time and trust in him but he has a you g family and if he needs to secure the bag then secure the bag 😇

 

[the_third]

The Daily Telegraph understands Crichton and Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire have a close friendship from their days together at South Sydney.

no way, who would have thought

It is anticipated Crichton could attract a three-year deal worth between $2.1 million and $2.4 million.

Gave up his manager source there

There appears little doubt Wests Tigers will pursue Crichton with vigour, although sources close to the club are denying any formal contact has yet been made.

sorry what, lost me here

The Tigers are in desperate need of some heavy-hitting forwards after losing Kelma Tuilagi to Manly, Luke Garner to Penrith and Luciano Leilua to North Queensland for 2023.

Kelma - Busted, but greatish, Luke is a great 2nd rower covering centre, top hole runner, and average defender, LL fair call. none of these are "heavy hitting"

Wests Tigers are privately saying they need to be chasing players of Crichton’s ability and big-match experience.

Seems public, but not quoted so made up?

One former NRL coach said: “Angus would be just the player a club like Wests Tigers need. They need a player of his calibre — that’s the next step for Wests Tigers.

Lets see who this could be, someone on news corp, Kayo, fox payroll perhaps?

“The club has plenty of rising young players coming through but, for them to step up to the next level, they need players that have played at the highest level, players that have played rep footy. Imagine a Wests Tigers back-row of Crichton and Papali’i.”

Made up quote - no name. journalism FAIL

Speaking recently with The Sunday Telegraph, Crichton’s manager David Rawlings was coy about his client’s future, only saying: “We don’t do business and play it out in the media.”

LOL

Media are rubbish, at least a subbed checked the seplling etc

 

[PJ_]

I love Thomas. Met him when he came down from QLD and living with cons Lemuelu, I hope we can keep him I have a lot of time and trust in him but he has a you g family and if he needs to secure the bag then secure the bag 😇

I don't mind him ay.
It's like he doesn't know how big he is.
If he went hard he'd be killing ppl.

 

[crazycat]

have to agree, from our recent "homegrown" props only Woods came out as the origin/representative player.
While Groat, Mikaele, JJ Falise etc. failed for a different reasons.

Yea agreed. We haven't seen a hard hitting Tiger being developed.
I can say Andrew Fifita reached that level but really went another gear with the Sharks, never consistent but always full of energy.
You would have to go back to Chris Heighington or Liam Fulton to find someone that went through our system. Both of those good club players but never hit that Origin level.

 

[bathursttiger1]

Dogs could potentially be moving cap space for a play at Cam Munster

I don't think Munster is that hard up to want to play for the Dogs.

 

[Speed2burn]

have to agree, from our recent "homegrown" props only Woods came out as the origin/representative player.
While Groat, Mikaele, JJ Falise etc. failed for a different reasons.

Wasn’t Junior Tatola originally ours? Plays for souffs now

He goes alright

 

[Muffstar]

Mikaele has hands like feet and is an extremely frustrating player, never kicked on wasted roster spot imo no loss.

Agree, they should have thrown Talau in as a bonus.