Ando's New Signings

[Dragonslayer]

So, to land Drinkwater we need to offer at least $1m + a ratchet clause. It seems over the top, which the WT and others appear to agree. However, we are in this position solely on the perceived non-future planning regarding the fullback position (and others).

We'll have to take it, so it seems.

As for Bulla reports he won't come to us unless SF is coach. This doesn't sound right to me. Obvious ploy by his (and SF) manager to nullify 2 negatives and turn into a positive (for him). I'm not fussed on not getting Bulla in this scenario.
There is some talk that Ollie Burton will be added to the Flegg squad this year maybe just to get a taste. Although, this seems premature, to which I agree, it would be the start of his journey that may take a few years to fully realise. If sooner, then we know Drinkwater can play in multiple backline positions in the backline.

 

[dragon thomo]

How about offering Herbie Farnsworth 1.2 mil - 1.3 mil to play fullback as suggested in another post.

 

[Auntie.Gerald]

So, to land Drinkwater we need to offer at least $1m + a ratchet clause. It seems over the top, which the WT and others appear to agree. However, we are in this position solely on the perceived non-future planning regarding the fullback position (and others).

We'll have to take it, so it seems.

As for Bulla reports he won't come to us unless SF is coach. This doesn't sound right to me. Obvious ploy by his (and SF) manager to nullify 2 negatives and turn into a positive (for him). I'm not fussed on not getting Bulla in this scenario.
There is some talk that Ollie Burton will be added to the Flegg squad this year maybe just to get a taste. Although, this seems premature, to which I agree, it would be the start of his journey that may take a few years to fully realise. If sooner, then we know Drinkwater can play in multiple backline positions in the backline.

We don’t have a half playmaker really

drink water does that from FB

2027 that is an answer ?

gives Reed time to play a simple role ?

 

[John moz]

Drinkwater no for me sign his team mate T Deaden at no 6 and K Read at no7 to red heads can't go wrong .

 

[Captain Apollo]

Dragons are in desperate need of a roster overhaul. These stars of the future could be the solution

Dragons are in desperate need of a roster overhaul. These stars of the future could be the solution

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[dungay dragon]

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So, to land Drinkwater we need to offer at least $1m + a ratchet clause. It seems over the top, which the WT and others appear to agree. However, we are in this position solely on the perceived non-future planning regarding the fullback position (and others).

We'll have to take it, so it seems.

As for Bulla reports he won't come to us unless SF is coach. This doesn't sound right to me. Obvious ploy by his (and SF) manager to nullify 2 negatives and turn into a positive (for him). I'm not fussed on not getting Bulla in this scenario.
There is some talk that Ollie Burton will be added to the Flegg squad this year maybe just to get a taste. Although, this seems premature, to which I agree, it would be the start of his journey that may take a few years to fully realise. If sooner, then we know Drinkwater can play in multiple backline position

Drinkwater no for me sign his team mate T Deaden at no 6 and K Read at no7 to red heads can't go wrong .

After his lack lustre performance last night he has devalued his asking price
forget the ratchet clauses as well
we r bidding against ourselves
lets not forget that

 

[possm]

For the remainder of 2026, let's trial the following players in our spine:

1. Atkinson
6. Ah kee
7. Reed
9. Liddle

 

[twinkletoes]

Better still why doesn't Anderson do his job and sign us some players that will add value to the team next year....

 

[Dragsters]

Better still why doesn't Anderson do his job and sign us some players that will add value to the team next year....

It sounds like Flano doesn't let him.

 

[getsmarty]

Why Titans gun signed on with battling Dragons

The future of St George Illawarra appears far from rosy, but there were key reasons why Gold Coast outside back Phil Sami was prepared to hitch his wagon to their flickering star.

www.espn.com.au

Thank you @Auntie.Gerald

 

[Wacky]

After his lack lustre performance last night he has devalued his asking price
forget the ratchet clauses as well
we r bidding against ourselves
lets not forget that

Not worth no where near a million a season .

 

[hook hook]

Drinkwater worth every penny. Compare 4/6 games this year that have been elite to 0/6 and there’s your answer

 

[possm]

Better still why doesn't Anderson do his job and sign us some players that will add value to the team next year....

I believe Anderson reports to Flanagan.

 

[possm]

Drinkwater worth every penny. Compare 4/6 games this year that have been elite to 0/6 and there’s your answer

Players won't sign until the Club cleans up this mess.

 

[Dragons4me]

Not too fussed if we don't sign Drinkwater. That's a lot of coin for someone at his stage of his career.

 

[Tomrum2]

Not too fussed if we don't sign Drinkwater. That's a lot of coin for someone at his stage of his career.

I think Will Kennedy would be better value brings the ball back strong and has a better defensive game. Always puts his body on the line.

 

[I'm Hornby]

Drinkwater worth every penny. Compare 4/6 games this year that have been elite to 0/6 and there’s your answer

NQ fans who have seen him play 150 games as opposed to 6, don't have such a high opinion of him

Hope it works out for us if we do sign him, it's a big risk.

 

[I'm Hornby]

I think Will Kennedy would be better value brings the ball back strong and has a better defensive game. Always puts his body on the line.

He is definitely a lot safer at the back than Drinkwater, he would be our first defensively decent fullback since Boyd I reckon. We wouldn't need to offer him as much $ either.

 

[Number of the Beath]

I'd be looking to sign
William Kennedy (FB)
Sam Stonestreet (wing)
Aita Mariota (prop)

So, starting side in 2027 looks like this:
1 Kennedy
2 Williams 3 Buchanan 4 Holmes 5 Stonestreet
6 Atkinson 7 Reed
13 Stewart 12 Egan 11 Halangahu
10 T Couchman 9 Liddle 8 Mariota
14 Loko 15 R Couchman 16 Leilua 17 Tsougranis 18 Hutchinson 19 Sele

It may not be perfect, but it's better than what we have now...

 

[Mojo]

I'd be looking to sign
William Kennedy (FB)
Sam Stonestreet (wing)
Aita Mariota (prop)

So, starting side in 2027 looks like this:
1 Kennedy
2 Williams 3 Buchanan 4 Holmes 5 Stonestreet
6 Atkinson 7 Reed
13 Stewart 12 Egan 11 Halangahu
10 T Couchman 9 Liddle 8 Mariota
14 Loko 15 R Couchman 16 Leilua 17 Tsougranis 18 Hutchinson 19 Sele

It may not be perfect, but it's better than what we have now...

I think I’d add Boyd at 7 - depth and healthy competition for the position.