GNR4LIFE
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So it is true then?
Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion
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So it is true then?
Tweed_Tiger
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Thanks Freddy, like the look of this kid I think he will be great depth and hopefully keep Brooks on his toes.
Tweed_Tiger
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Even if anything was done between Rona and WT it would only be verbal as Force are still alive at least for just over a week.
innsaneink
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…....................Manly’s own prop rotation is unlikely to feature fellow veteran Lawrence in 2018 as the 32-year-old is exploring his options elsewhere.
It’s understood the Wests Tigers are considering making an offer.
Th Knights were also offered his services, however Lawrence is chasing a two-year-deal which has put them off.
A Super League swan song looms as the most likely option for the popular club man, who has enjoyed a strong return to form in Manly’s 2017 revival after a couple of injury plagued seasons.
Manly's Brenton Lawrence leaves Lottoland after their win over Newcastle in torrid conditions. Picture: Brett Costello
Manly's Brenton Lawrence leaves Lottoland after their win over Newcastle in torrid conditions. Picture: Brett CostelloSource: News Corp Australia
A 2018 stay may yet be negotiated, but the Sea Eagles won’t stand in Lawrence’s way should he choose to leave given the service he’s provided since joining the club five year years ago, when he emerged as one of the buys of the season en route to their 2013 grand final appearance.
Manly’s latest round of prop shuffling continues the theme of the past 12 months, and will see them enter the market for reinforcements before the season is out.
Already in 2017 Myles, Marty Taupau, Darcy Lussick and Lloyd Perrett have all been sidelined at various points through injury and suspension, leaving Barrett light on up front.
In the last year Manly have turned over forwards Liam Knight (Roosters), Siosaia Vave (Eels), Josh Starling (Knights), Luke Burgess and Willie Mason (Catalans) Feleti Mateo, while adding Shaun Lane, Lloyd Perrett and Curtis Sironen.
It’s understood the Wests Tigers are considering making an offer.
Th Knights were also offered his services, however Lawrence is chasing a two-year-deal which has put them off.
A Super League swan song looms as the most likely option for the popular club man, who has enjoyed a strong return to form in Manly’s 2017 revival after a couple of injury plagued seasons.
Manly's Brenton Lawrence leaves Lottoland after their win over Newcastle in torrid conditions. Picture: Brett Costello
Manly's Brenton Lawrence leaves Lottoland after their win over Newcastle in torrid conditions. Picture: Brett CostelloSource: News Corp Australia
A 2018 stay may yet be negotiated, but the Sea Eagles won’t stand in Lawrence’s way should he choose to leave given the service he’s provided since joining the club five year years ago, when he emerged as one of the buys of the season en route to their 2013 grand final appearance.
Manly’s latest round of prop shuffling continues the theme of the past 12 months, and will see them enter the market for reinforcements before the season is out.
Already in 2017 Myles, Marty Taupau, Darcy Lussick and Lloyd Perrett have all been sidelined at various points through injury and suspension, leaving Barrett light on up front.
In the last year Manly have turned over forwards Liam Knight (Roosters), Siosaia Vave (Eels), Josh Starling (Knights), Luke Burgess and Willie Mason (Catalans) Feleti Mateo, while adding Shaun Lane, Lloyd Perrett and Curtis Sironen.
earl
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It's interesting that Newcastle are being very stingy with their cash. They probably have as much or more than we do.
Chicken_Faced_Killa
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I love this line in the article:
It’s understood the Wests Tigers are considering making an offer
as in Tigers have cash his name must have come up just add them to the article
Would be a good signing but not make or break
It’s understood the Wests Tigers are considering making an offer
as in Tigers have cash his name must have come up just add them to the article
Would be a good signing but not make or break
swag_tiger
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Would Hoffman (Warriors) be a good signing for the Tigers?
We could use him as a mentor to the other players.
We could use him as a mentor to the other players.
HabboTiger
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I would get Lawrence and Hoffman, but i doubt Hoffman would come
Coastie_Tiger
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I think he would be good enough for a 1 + 1 option with the 2nd year in our favour, still playing good footy bending the line and making busts.
Roar_Power
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Completely agree.
Pawsandclaws
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I would rather we pick up another 2 second row forwards and 2 young backs of the same calibre as Twal who are on the cusp of NRL selections. We have more than enough experience with the players coming into the team.
Harvey
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Are they replacing U20s with a "masters" comp
earl
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I'd like to see this now as well.
Joel Helmes
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Lol
They are good players, but I don't think we are lacking any experience in the forwards - Matulino, Packer, Taylor, McQueen, Lawrence…
Coastie_Tiger
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Fox sports reporting we still have interest in Watson.
SUITORS LINE UP FOR WATSON
Newcastle doesn’t want the increased chatter about Connor Watson’s future getting out of control.
Are they interested in signing the utility if he was available? Absolutely.
But the reality is he’s got a contract for 2018 and, as it stands, the Roosters aren’t willing to release him.
Why would they? He’s signed on a modest deal and can satisfy several positions.
**There’s no denying he’s a genuine first grader and that’s why the Wests Tigers are leading the queue for his services if he can secure a release - but he’s proving too valuable to let go.**
Connor Watson is congratulated by Michael Gordon and Luke Keary after scoring a try.
Connor Watson is congratulated by Michael Gordon and Luke Keary after scoring a try.
Source: AAP
While he’s struggled to make the 17 and secure much game time this season, if Mitchell Pearce, Luke Keary, Jake Friend or Michael Gordon were injured, the Roosters have a ready-made replacement.
The Knights view Watson as a running five-eighth and hooker, **while the Tigers see him as a hooker and fullback.**
Fans of either club shouldn’t get too carried away by the chatter.
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SUITORS LINE UP FOR WATSON
Newcastle doesn’t want the increased chatter about Connor Watson’s future getting out of control.
Are they interested in signing the utility if he was available? Absolutely.
But the reality is he’s got a contract for 2018 and, as it stands, the Roosters aren’t willing to release him.
Why would they? He’s signed on a modest deal and can satisfy several positions.
**There’s no denying he’s a genuine first grader and that’s why the Wests Tigers are leading the queue for his services if he can secure a release - but he’s proving too valuable to let go.**
Connor Watson is congratulated by Michael Gordon and Luke Keary after scoring a try.
Connor Watson is congratulated by Michael Gordon and Luke Keary after scoring a try.
Source: AAP
While he’s struggled to make the 17 and secure much game time this season, if Mitchell Pearce, Luke Keary, Jake Friend or Michael Gordon were injured, the Roosters have a ready-made replacement.
The Knights view Watson as a running five-eighth and hooker, **while the Tigers see him as a hooker and fullback.**
Fans of either club shouldn’t get too carried away by the chatter.
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Roar_Power
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I think the last line is the one we should be focusing on…
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