Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[BlackWhiteGold]

Weidler’s column in SMH today:

Tigers sounds out PVL over Manase​

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has approached Peter V’landys to test the NRL’s temperature on a return to football for Manase Fainu when he is released from jail.

With the Tigers moving on from Jarome Luai, there are plans to use his money to help shore up the retention of Latu and Samuela Fainu and potentially bring their brother Manase to the club.

Fainu is eligible for parole in October after being jailed for the stabbing of a Mormon youth leader at a church dance in Sydney’s south-west in 2019. The former Manly hooker has been incarcerated since December 2022 and has not played in the NRL since he made a semi-final appearance for the Sea Eagles in 2019. He is already out of jail on weekends and will be released on October 30.

The Tigers’ backflip on Luai has been rapid and hard to comprehend. Just 10 weeks ago, they insisted Luai agree to take up his option for 2027 in return for waiving the 10-day cooling-off period to allow his PNG Chiefs deal to go through.

The change of heart suggests his departure at the end of this season isn’t just about the salary cap. They will be paying a significant slab of cash – $500,000 of his $1.2million salary – for him to play elsewhere next year.

It’s a move that shows the power base at the club is no longer with Luai, despite him still being completely committed to the team. It’s a big call and one that could impact team morale.


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[Bellend]

I think Leniu is close with Luai.
If that is the case, our chances of signing him have probably diminished.

Ray Stone who i have harped on for the last two years would be a great role model in all the grades.

 

[Bellend]

Weidler’s column in SMH today:

Tigers sounds out PVL over Manase​

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has approached Peter V’landys to test the NRL’s temperature on a return to football for Manase Fainu when he is released from jail.

With the Tigers moving on from Jarome Luai, there are plans to use his money to help shore up the retention of Latu and Samuela Fainu and potentially bring their brother Manase to the club.

Fainu is eligible for parole in October after being jailed for the stabbing of a Mormon youth leader at a church dance in Sydney’s south-west in 2019. The former Manly hooker has been incarcerated since December 2022 and has not played in the NRL since he made a semi-final appearance for the Sea Eagles in 2019. He is already out of jail on weekends and will be released on October 30.

The Tigers’ backflip on Luai has been rapid and hard to comprehend. Just 10 weeks ago, they insisted Luai agree to take up his option for 2027 in return for waiving the 10-day cooling-off period to allow his PNG Chiefs deal to go through.

The change of heart suggests his departure at the end of this season isn’t just about the salary cap. They will be paying a significant slab of cash – $500,000 of his $1.2million salary – for him to play elsewhere next year.

It’s a move that shows the power base at the club is no longer with Luai, despite him still being completely committed to the team. It’s a big call and one that could impact team morale.


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If and only if they allow him back into NRL he needs to go through Massey cup and then slowly bring him back into the KOE cup set up. But think Manase value would be in mentor for lower grade players. This works well in the NFL and EPL

 

[Nadz4483]

Jonathon Sha is off go the bears.
Some mid signings in there but it's a good post nonetheless.

I think 1 of Tamale or Finau at the Raiders are worth a shot, they're missing out.

Our bench was at its best with the islander bros many years ago. Sue / Gavet/ Taupau / Ava.
Can we re create it ?

14. Sione Fainu
15. Fonua Pole
16. Spencer Leinu
17. Shawn Blore

That was a great bench.... Would be nice to replicate it...

 

[Vicious]

Ray Stone who i have harped on for the last two years would be a great role model in all the grades.

It just depends how much juice he has left in the tank?
He is still just 29y.o this year, so you would think he still has a couple of good years left in him, but the way he has played with no caution for his smaller frame throughout his career, means there is a chance his body could be busted at around this age because of it.
I think Liam Le Blanc is a very similar type of player, but much younger, bigger and taller.
Both are no frills and are unlikely to win you a game, but they would provide an option to mainly come off the bench and play with high energy including hard hitting defence, good line speed as well as some high leg speed, fearless ball carries.

 

[Tom Shines]

So they are paying $500k minimum of Luai’s deal next season … reported in both papers today … guess that story of him walking away for $300k was just BS 🙄

 

[innsaneink]

Thinking left of field.
Does the team need an old hard head style defensive coach ?
Like Beau Scott, David Gillespie, or even Terry Randall.

We did well in 10 and 11 when we had Folkesy here...nit sure if he was defence or fitness /conditioning...no nonsense type of guy though, cut the crap and get on with it...dunno how our bloke would handle that style today

 

[innsaneink]

We had 3 wins in KOE against teams lower on the table and there were some carrying on here like they were world beaters.

Probably just a step back to the reality of following this club. We aren't anywhere near where we need to be.

No...just some a bit excited a finals finish could be reachable

 

[innsaneink]

You were right and please keep sharing . It’s the standard attack by the twins insaneink and gnr when anyone dares to post any news. God forbid anyone has information that they dont have . I think their fantasy in life would be to have an insider that gives them info.

You werent even here...and he shared nothing...just vague trolling.
Next time you butt in know what your talking about eh

 

[Tom Shines]

If and only if they allow him back into NRL he needs to go through Massey cup and then slowly bring him back into the KOE cup set up. But think Manase value would be in mentor for lower grade players. This works well in the NFL and EPL

He hasn’t played in 8 years .. start him in A Grade for the Leichhardt Wanderers..

A reserves even if he aint at that level

 

[Tired Tiger]

You were right and please keep sharing . It’s the standard attack by the twins insaneink and gnr when anyone dares to post any news. God forbid anyone has information that they dont have . I think their fantasy in life would be to have an insider that gives them info.

The point was he didn't actually post any news!!!!

If you have it post it, but come in here with I know something you don't attention seeking BS .......

 

[innsaneink]

If and only if they allow him back into NRL he needs to go through Massey cup and then slowly bring him back into the KOE cup set up. But think Manase value would be in mentor for lower grade players. This works well in the NFL and EPL

Serious?
Kids these days need a.mentor to learn carrying knives isnt a good idea?
I think some.parents might be a bit concerned if they knew their young kids will be 'mentored' by a bloke thats done a stretch for stabbing a youth worker.
Might be good at out Cobham and Kariong for those kids already on the downward slide

 

[Tom Shines]

You were right and please keep sharing . It’s the standard attack by the twins insaneink and gnr when anyone dares to post any news. God forbid anyone has information that they dont have . I think their fantasy in life would be to have an insider that gives them info.

Big news coming tomorrow mate !!!

 

[Tired Tiger]

So they are paying $500k minimum of Luai’s deal next season … reported in both papers today … guess that story of him walking away for $300k was just BS 🙄

Which paper, Danny the grub, Fox Sports, Luai's camp or the Tigers admin ....

Just pick the figure that suits your agenda ....

You will never know the true figure, the deal was done a week ago. The club doesn't announce a formal release without the paper work done..

Click bait rubbish in the media is aimed exactly for people like yourself that take it as gospel.

Yesterday you were convinced it was 600, today your onboard with 500. Wonder what you will believe tomorrow........

 

[Tom Shines]

Which paper, Danny the grub, Fox Sports, Luai's camp or the Tigers admin ....

Just pick the figure that suits your agenda ....

You will never know the true figure, the deal was done a week ago. The club doesn't announce a formal release without the paper work done..

Click bait rubbish in the media is aimed exactly for people like yourself that take it as gospel.

Yesterday you were convinced it was 600, today your onboard with 500. Wonder what you will believe tomorrow........

What’s their agenda?

You are doing exactly the same …believing the figure you want to believe ..,based on total rumour..

The club is not the only party involved mate… there is the agent., player and the other club

I tipped they would have to pay half so this is slightly better… he certainly hasn’t agreed yet to walk away with $300k in his pocket looks like

 

[mtd#2]

No...just some a bit excited a finals finish could be reachable

Being excited to make the semis is very different than calling for half the NRL side to be sacked and replaced KOE players.

 

[Tired Tiger]

What’s their agenda?

You are doing exactly the same …believing the figure you want to believe ..,based on total rumour..

The club is not the only party involved mate

I tipped they would have to pay half so this is slightly better

Your all over the shop, a difference figure every time you post.

I haven't a clue what the figure is, Read reported 2 - 300 K.

There is Zero chance the figure in half ......