2020 Rabbitohs Rumours, Signings and News

[Peter Quinn]

There announcing adam Reynolds will be the captain

They will. He deserves it.

 

[Rabbits20]

There announcing adam Reynolds will be the captain

Yes I know, I spoke about it in the captain thread that @Souths Till I Die made up.

I’m so stoked for Reyno, it’s friggin awesome!

 

[Rabbits20]

Tigers were never in the hunt.

I hope you’re right!

The longer it goes on I guess that’s better for us.

If we got him for 1mil though I’d be unhappy with that it’s overs and we need to be careful with our cap.

Tbh I’ve really liked the way Richo has handled this Cody contract situation, 650k is exactly what he is worth!

 

[Peter Quinn]

Yes I know, I spoke about it in the captain thread that @Souths Till I Die made up.

I’m so stoked for Reyno, it’s friggin awesome!

When was this announced? I must have fell asleep. Haven't heard a thing yet. But I do think he will be named captain

 

[Rabbits20]

Latrell Mitchell eyes Rabbitohs switch but would have to take a pay cut

What’s the Buzz: Bunnies decide on Burgess replacement

From the Daily Telegraph

Latrell Mitchell hasn’t given up hope of playing for the South Sydney Rabbitohs next season, even if it means him taking a substantial pay cut.

The Sydney Roosters discard will not commit to the Wests Tigers and their $1 million-a-season offer until his manager has explored all options … which includes the Rabbitohs.

Mitchell is extremely close to Souths five-eighth Cody Walker and centre James Roberts. The trio were spotted sitting together at the Tim Tszyu-Jack Brubaker fight last week.

He also loves the indigenous culture that has been such a rich part of South Sydney for decades.

No official talks have taken place at this stage because the Rabbitohs have prioritised the signing of an elite middle forward to replace Sam Burgess.

They will then look at finalising their roster. Souths have a number of ways to squeeze Latrell into the salary cap.

There will be money left over from Burgess’ $1.2 million, there are many third-party options for Latrell and the Roosters would no doubt contribute to his 2020 contract.

For a number of reasons the Rabbitohs are Latrell’s best option. For starters, there is Wayne Bennett, who has a long and proud relationship with indigenous footballers. Mitchell could stay living in the eastern suburbs. He also has Greg Inglis on staff.

The problem is the money. The Rabbitohs cannot match what the Wests Tigers can offer. At the Rabbitohs, he would have to accept probably $200,000-a-season less.

It would, however, be a wonderful thing to further inflame the ugliest rivalry in rugby league history between the Roosters and the Rabbitohs.

His presence would sell thousands of extra tickets when they meet in Round 3 at ANZ Stadium in a Friday night blockbuster.

The Rabbitohs are aware of Latrell’s preference to play at Redfern and are desperately trying to sign the Burgess replacement (Jai Arrow or David Fifita) to move on to Latrell.

 

[Rabbits20]

When was this announced? I must have fell asleep. Haven't heard a thing yet. But I do think he will be named captain

Should be announced soon enough.

 

[Souths Till I Die]

You can tell the media outlets are getting frustrated they’re just making shit up now. For what it’s worth I think it makes the most sense for Latrell to sign for us but I wouldn’t expect him to sign for us for 200k less when he’s openly stated he wants to make as much money as possible and retire early.

 

[Rabbits20]

You can tell the media outlets are getting frustrated they’re just making shit up now. For what it’s worth I think it makes the most sense for Latrell to sign for us but I wouldn’t expect him to sign for us for 200k less when he’s openly stated he wants to make as much money as possible and retire early.

Well he may have to settle for 800-850k with us including 50k of that in TPA’s.

We can’t break the bank for him.

 

[Peter Quinn]

It's Gonna Happen Soon Folks

 

[Rabbit57]

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If he is genuine and Souths are also genuine he should be prepared to come across for 800k with the understanding that an upgrade is possible the following year if his performance warrants it.

Latrell gets a fresh start in a supportive environment and we have a little bit of insurance about risking precious salary cap. By the way he gets more money in 2020 than he would if he played at roosters under his current contract. Win - win.

 

[CliveC]

Apparently Mitchell and Cody are good mates,this could be a clincher to sway Mitchell.
Cody ace recruiting agent as well as top 5/8!

 

[Peter Quinn]

If he is genuine and Souths are also genuine he should be prepared to come across for 800k with the understanding that an upgrade is possible the following year if his performance warrants it.

Latrell gets a fresh start in a supportive environment and we have a little bit of insurance about risking precious salary cap. By the way he gets more money in 2020 than he would if he played at roosters under his current contract. Win - win.

I think the payout they are talking about is a lot less than 800K. The others offered 800K to 1.M. I'd love him to come for any amount.

 

[Mr Spock!]

Zzzzzzzzzzzzzx

Wake me up when we actually sign someone....

 

[Rabbits20]

Zzzzzzzzzzzzzx

Wake me up when we actually sign someone....

I expect the Cody re-signing to be announced later this week.

 

[Rabbits20]

Some rumours elsewhere that Rusty is now getting involved to help us get Latrell.

Also the more I think about Latrell and the Tigers if he really was interested in going there he’d have met up for further talks, the fact he hasn’t well I guess it means he really doesn’t wanna go there.

Uncle Nick getting on the phone to high up Tigers management (someone told me he did this week) reeks of desperation to me as Uncle Nick couldn’t handle the thought of him coming to Souths.

 

[Travitoh]

Souths already have three centres to fill two positions. Why spend up to a million on another who is just as likely to disappear to the bush for a week as he is to put in a shift?

If $650k is about right for Cody then that is the max I'd pay for Latrell.

 

[handyman2190]

Souths already have three centres to fill two positions. Why spend up to a million on another who is just as likely to disappear to the bush for a week as he is to put in a shift?

If $650k is about right for Cody then that is the max I'd pay for Latrell.

We may play him at FB and douhi on bench

 

[Peter Quinn]

Some rumours elsewhere that Rusty is now getting involved to help us get Latrell.

Also the more I think about Latrell and the Tigers if he really was interested in going there he’d have met up for further talks, the fact he hasn’t well I guess it means he really doesn’t wanna go there.

Uncle Nick getting on the phone to high up Tigers management (someone told me he did this week) reeks of desperation to me as Uncle Nick couldn’t handle the thought of him coming to Souths.

And he's never even spoke to them.

 

[Travitoh]

We may play him at FB and douhi on bench

So he'll earn big money to play out of position? Genius recruitment.

 

[Peter Quinn]

So he'll earn big money to play out of position? Genius recruitment.

No. He's taking a huge pay cut to come to the club he loves. No where near 800 or 700 even.