But Annesley, who returned last week from a business trip to Singapore, said he has been given assurances by the NRL that the Titans brand will remain untouched.
Any suggestion that we are going to change our branding to be the Gold Coast Bears is absolutely wrong, Annesley said.
There is no truth to that whatsoever. We are Titans through and through.
Ive heard the rumours and Ive been assured by the NRL, who have control of the club, that there is no basis to the speculation whatsoever.
Central Coast Bears CEO Greg Florimo did not return calls on Thursday night but Annesley said he has had no approach from the former North Sydney stalwart.
Weve had no contact from the Bears, he said.
I dont know what has sparked this rumour, I dont know where it has originated from. I am aware it is doing the rounds but we will remain as the Gold Coast Titans.