Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[mtd#2]

It is a bad thing. They’re all in on an average coach. And it peaks everyone’s anxiety that there will be a mass exodus if he was to get sacked. So the alternative is having to persist.

As always, it comes back to the same mob and the circumstances around how a rookie coach landed a 5 year contract that pays him in full if he gets sacked.

 

[wstigers11]

I think people are just speculating why Samuela Fainu’s contract is only 2 years and not longer

It’s smart by his management, keeps both player & club accountable

 

[Speed2burn]

It’s smart by his management, keeps both player & club accountable

There’s also the new broadcast deal which kicks in 2028… players probably waiting for that before they sign the long term contracts.

 

[Betterdays22]

No. I’m annoyed at peoples double standards

You have created situation in your mind where it would play out in the worst way possible and then getting annoyed "double standards" of fans based on your creation of these events. Multiple people have pointed out how the situations really aren't comparable.

Cannot believe how much attention the Manase thing gets on here

 

[GNR4LIFE]

You have created situation in your mind where it would play out in the worst way possible and then getting annoyed "double standards" of fans based on your creation of these events. Multiple people have pointed out how the situations really aren't comparable.

Cannot believe how much attention the Manase thing gets on here

People endorsing the potential signing of Manase to appease his brothers is not a situation I created.

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

Anyone know when the next board meeting is?

Surely there is sign off on a new Assistant Coach & Pathways Coaching Director at that one.

Pre-season training for NRL & pathways is just around the corner and we don't want to start on the back foot.

 

[Tom Shines]

Considering it’s probably linked to a 2 yr deal for Latu as well …I got no problem with it only being 2 years ….

Let’s see if Latu can play some ….

 

[Roar_Power]

Interested to know why it’s only a 2 year extension. With these sorts of players, you generally see 3-4 year extensions. Seems a little short…..

Great though!

 

[hammertime]

Interested to know why it’s only a 2 year extension. With these sorts of players, you generally see 3-4 year extensions. Seems a little short…..

Great though!

I'd say he thinks he can earn more in 2 years time - which is a fair call.

But amazing news!! I think another strong backup centre and middle forward and we have a squad.

 

[davey_farrell]

Anyone know when the next board meeting is?

Surely there is sign off on a new Assistant Coach & Pathways Coaching Director at that one.

Pre-season training for NRL & pathways is just around the corner and we don't want to start on the back foot.

Hey BWG we have not even been told who is leaving the club yet ...why I have no idea

 

[LeichhardtTiger]

Wonder if we should defend latu in the centres to protect him from himself?

It's all sorted, mate. His new Kit allows for multiple sponsor logos, which will be used to upgrade Samuela's $$$.

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

Hey BWG we have not even been told who is leaving the club yet ...why I have no idea

Mate we are waiting on numerous announcements.

I can only assume that we haven't done this because 1 or 2 off contract players may still be in negotiations with the club (i.e. Sukkar, Bunty & Mason) and Shaun wants to do a THANKS announcement in one go, perhaps just before 1-November when new season contracts kick in.

We also haven't seen the male junior reps summer squads announced yet. Girls were announced 2 weeks ago. Be good to see which 16-19yos we have retained.