OFFICIAL Lachlan Galvin #277 *Released* Career Discussion.
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FootyEnjoyer
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I think a Bula, Fainu, Luai, Api spine with Galvin in the second row or lock is our best option in the long run, it's just a shame that Galvin would probably sign elsewhere if he heard wind of that happening. Obviously I don't know if that's the case for sure, but for a player who seems so keen to leave, moving him to a less lucrative position seems like an easy way to lose him
WesternSuburbsBoy
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The way everyone is harping on about his game you’d think he’s a 10 year vet. This is only his 2nd season of grade & the kid is only 19 years old. We are extremely lucky that we have 2 extremely talented young halves in Galvin & Latu.
BAGNF05
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The most exciting talent we’ve seen since Tedesco.
Latu also looks the goods but there’s an obvious edge to Galvin at this point.
Great problem to have which will sort itself out over the next two years.
old_man_tiger
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Fair call....I think the fox coverage triggers me, trial form not a major concern and I'm sure Benji will have him at 6. Thinking long term I want the best for the club and I want to try and keep Latu and Galvin.
We are indeed very lucky. But at some stage we are going to have to choose which one we want for our long term 5/8. Of course, it will be a two way street depending upon how each player plays and how much money they want, and whether injuries play a part.
Remember, Fainu was tagged as getting first crack last year. It was only because he did his hammy that Galvin got his foot in the door.
Jedi_Tiger
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Galvin could become one of the great ball playing 13's in the next few years but unfortunately he probably sees himself as a 6
would love to see
7. Latu Fainu
6. Luai
13. Galvin
It’s an interesting predicament. I haven’t watched the game (however will watch replay tomorrow when uploaded to N website), but I would hope that they choose whoever is better at this current moment to play the 6 alongside Luai out of Latu and Galvin.
Let’s remember Galvin was realistically 4th or 5th in the pecking order last season but got parachuted into the team with injuries to Doueihi, Latu and Sezer for the start of the year and then the fact Jayden Sullivan was abysmal in those early games. He only stayed at the 6 as Latu kept having Hammy issues throughout the season, although he still was playing quite well and wasn’t deserving of being dropped. However, it’s a new season and if Latu is playing better than Galvin then he should be starting at 6, simple as that.
Long term, I see Galvin in the second row and Latu in the halves as the best possible outcome, but I don’t know how interested Galvin would be in that. He does have experience at 2nd row as he played there in Harold Matts and I think Mason played 5/8.
A lot of contract issues with Galvin as well, but I’m very thankful we have Latu to 2027, because chances are before Nov 1 2026 we’ll know what’s happening with Galvin.
On the bright side at least we are having issues with having too many good halves rather than too little like some other teams.
Let’s remember Galvin was realistically 4th or 5th in the pecking order last season but got parachuted into the team with injuries to Doueihi, Latu and Sezer for the start of the year and then the fact Jayden Sullivan was abysmal in those early games. He only stayed at the 6 as Latu kept having Hammy issues throughout the season, although he still was playing quite well and wasn’t deserving of being dropped. However, it’s a new season and if Latu is playing better than Galvin then he should be starting at 6, simple as that.
Long term, I see Galvin in the second row and Latu in the halves as the best possible outcome, but I don’t know how interested Galvin would be in that. He does have experience at 2nd row as he played there in Harold Matts and I think Mason played 5/8.
A lot of contract issues with Galvin as well, but I’m very thankful we have Latu to 2027, because chances are before Nov 1 2026 we’ll know what’s happening with Galvin.
On the bright side at least we are having issues with having too many good halves rather than too little like some other teams.
Tucker
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I’ve been saying this since midway through last year.
Kid is an excellent footballer…he is not an excellent half.
Yea I watch every game.
Was that his old man he ran straight over to... Seemed to be laying down the law to him
GNR4LIFE
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Who was laying down the law to who?
Tiger-ferret
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If only the team came first
2ndRw , center ,lock ,fb winger ,would like to keep him but at what price.If Galvin wishes to be here ,it wont matter where he plays or for a kings ransom, got to state again he looks like he is loving defending
I am happy we have both and I am looking forward to watching them both play this season.
In my opinion, Latu is a more dynamic runner and his passing game is at least as good as Galvin’s (Latu has very quick hands). Thus he poses a pass and run threat. Galvin is slower and his height and weight make him much less a running threat. Defensively, Latu is better hands down. Plus there is a decent possibility Galvin will need to transfer to the back row in a few years.
Someone else said it here that the elephant in the room is that Galvin is blocking Latu and I agree with it. Latu was the higher rated junior and it was only because of his hamstring last year that Galvin got his foot in the door.
It will be interesting to see how it all plays out.
AD still beats him over 50 or 100m.
