Barry, I asked u in another thread, but u didn't answer.
If RS is in negotiation with the raiders, is it possible the eels can terminate his contract without a payout???
Sorry, didn't see that.
I doubt it, given the apparent terms of his current contract. In normal circumstances, another club could get into trouble for attempting to induce someone to break a presently binding contract, but a coach with a contract that allows him to walk when he wants is a different issue.
Bear in mind that we don't know the exact wording of Ricky's deal. His release clause will likely be a little more specific than that bandied around in the tabloids (even if it has similar effect). Also, we don't know what other clauses are in the contract. There were reported clauses connected to us making the 8 next year, which people claimed allowed Ricky to choose to leave. I said at the time that if such a clause existed, it would far more likely to refer to the club's option to terminate the coach, for whatever compensation is agreed in the contract. I haven't changed my mind on that.
Anyway, the current situation aint great....now that the apparent release clause is public info, there will be speculation whenever another coaching position is vacant.