Rumoured & Confirmed Signings - Part 5

[Original Name]

Him and another big bloke from NSW CUP impressed me in the last round.

If it was the tall, blonde prop it was Lindsay Smith.

 

[globalpanther]

Michael Chammas is breaking a story tomorrow ‘Crichtons side of the story’

 

[hindy111]

Michael Chammas is breaking a story tomorrow ‘Crichtons side of the story’

Who cares but really. It isn't days of our lives. It's a professional sport. Trying to dramatise it in the media. Sounds boring tbh.

 

[Black Magik]

Michael Chammas is breaking a story tomorrow ‘Crichtons side of the story’

Another Harry and Meagan side of the story ‘story’?

You’ve decided Steven. Play out the season and move on mate.

 

[BxTom]

Sounds like he wants out of his final year. If that's the case, sit him on the sideline.

 

[Aliceinwonderland]

Sounds like he wants out of his final year. If that's the case, sit him on the sideline.

I think Blade mentioned that this story would come out.

I've got no reason to think he won't rip in like Burton, Kiks and Api did in the past, during their final year.

 

[Murraymob1]

It’s burton all over again expect a lot of stories saying how hard done he is how it’s holding him back .Stuff him he has a year to go he stays

 

[jane the pain]

It’s burton all over again expect a lot of stories saying how hard done he is how it’s holding him back .Stuff him he has a year to go he stays

Oh the drama. Critter does not sound like a team player

 

[ColdWetPanther]

As a rookie, Crichton was centre of the year playing on the left in one of the most dynamic back lines in the game.

Given Burton’s limitations and only being able to play on the left, Crichton was moved to the much less glamorous right side (which doesn’t suit his skill set 100% either). When Ivan decided that he wanted stronger carries out of defence, Critta was moved to the wing; again, no fault of his own.

He moved back to right centre this year rather than being given the plum position of left centre; again to help the development of Tago.

As far as I know he has never complained about this and has put in 100% wherever he plays. He has saved out bacon numerous times.

It is disappointing he is leaving and people might be disappointed in the way it has played out, but to accuse him of not being a team player isn’t really reflective of the sacrifices he has made (and seemingly embraced) for the jersey and team.

 

[jane the pain]

As a rookie, Crichton was centre of the year playing on the left in one of the most dynamic back lines in the game.

Given Burton’s limitations and only being able to play on the left, Crichton was moved to the much less glamorous right side (which doesn’t suit his skill set 100% either). When Ivan decided that he wanted stronger carries out of defence, Critta was moved to the wing; again, no fault of his own.

He moved back to right centre this year rather than being given the plum position of left centre; again to help the development of Tago.

As far as I know he has never complained about this and has put in 100% wherever he plays. He has saved out bacon numerous times.

It is disappointing he is leaving and people might be disappointed in the way it has played out, but to accuse him of not being a team player isn’t really reflective of the sacrifices he has made (and seemingly embraced) for the jersey and team.

He regened on a handshake agreement. His contact negotiations are theatrical. I stand by my sentiments.

 

[Iamback]

Michael Chammas is breaking a story tomorrow ‘Crichtons side of the story’

He wanted more money, Had a chat to Ciraldo and went to the Dogs. Not really a story

 

[Munky]

As a rookie, Crichton was centre of the year playing on the left in one of the most dynamic back lines in the game.

Given Burton’s limitations and only being able to play on the left, Crichton was moved to the much less glamorous right side (which doesn’t suit his skill set 100% either). When Ivan decided that he wanted stronger carries out of defence, Critta was moved to the wing; again, no fault of his own.

He moved back to right centre this year rather than being given the plum position of left centre; again to help the development of Tago.

As far as I know he has never complained about this and has put in 100% wherever he plays. He has saved out bacon numerous times.

It is disappointing he is leaving and people might be disappointed in the way it has played out, but to accuse him of not being a team player isn’t really reflective of the sacrifices he has made (and seemingly embraced) for the jersey and team.

The bloke got maimed playing for this team and got back on the field as soon as possible.

He's played 81 games all up the past three seasons.

Not a bad effort for a guy who is having his integrity questioned.

Also kicked at 82% which is not the conversion rate of a kid who isn't putting in the work off the field.

If he goes Mitch Moses and drives an M1 Abrams on field this season then I'll be at little upset.

 

[Iamback]

The bloke got maimed playing for this team and got back on the field as soon as possible.

He's played 81 games all up the past three seasons.

Not a bad effort for a guy who is having his integrity questioned.

Also kicked at 82% which is not the conversion rate of a kid who isn't putting in the work off the field.

If he goes Mitch Moses and drives an M1 Abrams on field this season then I'll be at little upset.

He is one of those players that looks like they are jogging when on the field, That makes him look worse then his numbers show

 

[Hooked]

It is not Crichton side of the story. It is Ayoub doing all the talking.

"None of this was about Stephen playing FB or seeking FB money."

Yet he left for more money, and to a club offering him the opportunity to play FB.

A pile of spin and shit.

 

[Iamback]

It is not Crichton side of the story. It is Ayoub doing all the talking.

"None of this was about Stephen playing FB or seeking FB money."

Yet he left for more money, and to a club offering him the opportunity to play FB.

A pile of spin and shit.

He didn't deny the club offered $700k and a car, That was about the only thing to come from it

 

[Buzzard Breath]

I am sure the club re- signed other players because they were easier to deal with.

Crichton reneged on a handshake deal last time. Then under his current management dragged out negotiations very publicly. The club has every right to play a bit of hardball and to show a little patience.

To re-sign him on a 1- year deal, and have him coming off contract the same time as Edwards, would be foolish for the club to entertain. I don't blame the club for their lack of response to that proposal.

Clubs advise players to go to market all the time. When a player's value expectations are not in line with theirs. Sometimes players get a rude shock and rush back to the existing clubs for a deal. Other times the club is the one in for a shock.

Both sides have leaked to the same journalist. The truth usually lies in the middle.

Either way. It is time to move on.

 

[Abacus]

Good old Sammy Ayoub...he tried to run his Frank Pritchard ploy all over again and has got the shits the club called his bluff (which the club didn't do for Frank). Now he's in damage control.

 

[mxlegend99]

If he wanted to stay he would have signed the 2 year $700k deal we offered him earlier in the year. He wanted more money though.

We moved to sign other guys because he wanted too much and we cant just wait while other clubs swoop in.

This is all his own doing. Especially after how difficult he made his last contract with us.

 

[Abacus]

If he wanted to stay he would have signed the 2 year $700k deal we offered him earlier in the year. He wanted more money though.

We moved to sign other guys because he wanted too much and we cant just wait while other clubs swoop in.

This is all his own doing. Especially after how difficult he made his last contract with us.

Tbf, Ayoub would never let Crichton sign that deal. I've got no issues with losing Crichton - while he's a talent, he's not part of the core so was never going to be able to the club over a barrel for his signature.

Same thing goes for Spencer. I just hope he realises that he can't stay at the club and get the highest offer on the table from across the league - he will need to decide which is his priority.

 

[Iamback]

If he wanted to stay he would have signed the 2 year $700k deal we offered him earlier in the year. He wanted more money though.

We moved to sign other guys because he wanted too much and we cant just wait while other clubs swoop in.

This is all his own doing. Especially after how difficult he made his last contract with us.

Would of been more than that with the 18% ratchet clause and the car.

Ayoub said Tago was done quickly, The club was told what was needed to get To'o done. I wonder if any feedback was given for Crichton