But, I dont.
We shouldn't weaken our playing roster to accommodate the priorities of a player manager.
Worst case scenario, we activate the clause for 2027 which gives ourselves time to find another fullback.
It would be idiotic to release bula when we have no one to replace him with. I also dont consider someone who has played no nrl a suitable replacement for 2027.
Keon is playing for souths in 26 and dragons in 27. Haas for the Broncos in 26 and souths in 27. Neither of them are throwing in the towel.
As you said, bula is a stand up guy, he wouldnt let his mates down because his manager told him to.