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Josh Hodgson

the phantom menace

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Did we all see the article which claims that Hodgson's player option for 2024 will be around $400,000 - implying he was signed for reasonably more this year 😲?


Eels hopeful of Hodgson return for finals push​

Veteran Parramatta hooker Josh Hodgson will see a specialist this week to find out the extent of a neck injury that forced him into surgery last month.

Parramatta are hopeful the former Canberra skipper will play a part in their run to the finals. However, there is a chance Hodgson could be ruled out for the rest of the season.

Regardless of the outcome of Hodgson’s meeting, the Eels recognise they need a hooker for the remainder of the season.

Brendan Hands has proven his usefulness since making his debut, but with Hodgson injured and Mitch Rein retiring mid-season, the Eels lack the depth they will require to challenge the best teams in the competition.

The club is trying to lure former player Joey Lussick, who is contracted to St Helens in Super League, back to Parramatta this season. The Eels still have a spot on their roster to fill.

Hodgson is in the first season of a two-year deal with the Eels. The contract included a mutual option for the second year.

If Hodgson took up the option, it would be for a lesser figure than what he would have been entitled to if the club took up the option.

Hodgson was the one who triggered the option, and stands to earn around $400,000 next year.
 

Poupou Escobar

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Did we all see the article which claims that Hodgson's player option for 2024 will be around $400,000 - implying he was signed for reasonably more this year 😲?


Eels hopeful of Hodgson return for finals push​

Veteran Parramatta hooker Josh Hodgson will see a specialist this week to find out the extent of a neck injury that forced him into surgery last month.

Parramatta are hopeful the former Canberra skipper will play a part in their run to the finals. However, there is a chance Hodgson could be ruled out for the rest of the season.

Regardless of the outcome of Hodgson’s meeting, the Eels recognise they need a hooker for the remainder of the season.

Brendan Hands has proven his usefulness since making his debut, but with Hodgson injured and Mitch Rein retiring mid-season, the Eels lack the depth they will require to challenge the best teams in the competition.

The club is trying to lure former player Joey Lussick, who is contracted to St Helens in Super League, back to Parramatta this season. The Eels still have a spot on their roster to fill.

Hodgson is in the first season of a two-year deal with the Eels. The contract included a mutual option for the second year.

If Hodgson took up the option, it would be for a lesser figure than what he would have been entitled to if the club took up the option.

Hodgson was the one who triggered the option, and stands to earn around $400,000 next year.
I wonder if journos have access to financial records or if they just read the forums.
 

Pazza

First Grade
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I'll say this about hodgo, he might not be able to contribute much on field anymore but given his talent and experience I'm sure he's still having a big effect on the squad. Hands and M Arthur especially but even other spine players.
 

Avenger

Immortal
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I am loath to believe journo speculation.

But I have slightly more confidence in their figures than your speculation - because yours is just designed to prove your circular logic.

Your point is literally that Hodgson "can't be on that much because he isn't worth that much".
His point is just to be part of the loud minority, no matter the topic.
 

Gronk

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So this is one of the occasions that we DO believe what journos say players earn ?

Papa signs $2m x 3 years with Tigers. Nah not true. He went for less because the club is hopeless.

Reed signed $2.4m x4 years. Nah not true. He went for less because the club is hopeless.

Marata signed $3.2m x 4 years. Nah not true. He went for less because the club is hopeless.

Hodgo's option year of $400k ! Yeah that's true. The club is hopeless !

It's hard to keep up TBH.
 

Legal Eel

Juniors
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So this is one of the occasions that we DO believe what journos say players earn ?

Papa signs $2m x 3 years with Tigers. Nah not true. He went for less because the club is hopeless.

Reed signed $2.4m x4 years. Nah not true. He went for less because the club is hopeless.

Marata signed $3.2m x 4 years. Nah not true. He went for less because the club is hopeless.

Hodgo's option year of $400k ! Yeah that's true. The club is hopeless !

It's hard to keep up TBH.
For the record:

Papa signs $2m x 3 years with Tigers. I believe that

Reed signed $2.4m x 4 years. I reckon he went for more!

Marata signed $3.2m x 4 years. cant believe that but maybe?

Hodgo's option year of $400k ! not sure, but i would believe it - we panic bought this bloke and we are paying for it!
 

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