Rumoured & Confirmed Signings - Part 5

[Chins get the wins]

I have a work colleague who is close to the Luai family; apparently the Tigpies are offering Bizza substantially more than what he’s on with us - (f*ck knows how they’re squeezing it under the cap?) - for him to seek an early release and the desire for him to play alongside Luai is strong as they are practically Brothers.

But then it all comes down to Bizza and Penrith management. If he values premiership rings more than a bit more coin to play alongside Luai, he’ll stay as I can’t see the Tigers in the top 8 for at least the next three seasons. Moreover, considering Bizza is contracted with us until the end of 2027, I doubt the club will be inclined to let him go just like that.

I'm sure they'll survive living an hour apart. Stop spending this shit

 

[Pantherjim.]

I'm sure they'll survive living an hour apart. Stop spending this shit

Again am not giving said rumour credit, and genuinely hope it’s not the case, but more or less just stating what I’ve heard.

 

[YoungPanther]

Again am not giving said rumour credit, and genuinely hope it’s not the case, but more or less just stating what I’ve heard.

1 + 1 = 3.
They will be in a world of hurt if this were true, as enticing someone to break a contract is harshly treated, although difficult to prove.

 

[BxTom]

1 + 1 = 3.
They will be in a world of hurt if this were true, as enticing someone to break a contract is harshly treated, although difficult to prove.

Proving it is another matter though...

 

[Luke Bowden]

Again am not giving said rumour credit, and genuinely hope it’s not the case, but more or less just stating what I’ve heard.

I much prefer the Blaize to Panthers rumour, can you ask your friend to ask Romeys family if they have any word on this one??

 

[Big Mick]

I have a work colleague who is close to the Luai family; apparently the Tigpies are offering Bizza substantially more than what he’s on with us - (f*ck knows how they’re squeezing it under the cap?) - for him to seek an early release and the desire for him to play alongside Luai is strong as they are practically Brothers.

But then it all comes down to Bizza and Penrith management. If he values premiership rings more than a bit more coin to play alongside Luai, he’ll stay as I can’t see the Tigers in the top 8 for at least the next three seasons. Moreover, considering Bizza is contracted with us until the end of 2027, I doubt the club will be inclined to let him go just like that.

Considering that is literally anti-tampering if they have offered anything, I'd suggest it's not true tbh.

 

[Aliceinwonderland]

Considering that is literally anti-tampering if they have offered anything, I'd suggest it's not true tbh.

If true Penrith would be straight into NRL headquarters registering a complaint.

 

[Aliceinwonderland]

I have a work colleague who is close to the Luai family; apparently the Tigpies are offering Bizza substantially more than what he’s on with us - (f*ck knows how they’re squeezing it under the cap?) - for him to seek an early release and the desire for him to play alongside Luai is strong as they are practically Brothers.

But then it all comes down to Bizza and Penrith management. If he values premiership rings more than a bit more coin to play alongside Luai, he’ll stay as I can’t see the Tigers in the top 8 for at least the next three seasons. Moreover, considering Bizza is contracted with us until the end of 2027, I doubt the club will be inclined to let him go just like that.

Isn't it funny how some folks go. My work mates brother's sister's father 2nd cousin..........All for a story.

If true Penrith would be all over the NRL like a cheap suit, because of the anti tampering laws.

 

[Das Hassler]

as enticing someone to break a contract is harshly treated, although difficult to prove.

Nah....no way...when has that ever happened ?! LOL

 

[ColdWetPanther]

Nah....no way...when has that ever happened ?! LOL

I seem to recall the Tigers trying to do that to a young Penrith halfback. They didn’t get done for tampering, but they opened Pandora’s box and they lost their coach. Suggesting that family was important didn’t turn out too well for them, and they had to sack another coach…

Hopefully they have learnt their lesson. I can just see the Tigers approaching To’o through his Luai connection, talking about how much it means to play with your mates, and suggesting that contracts are fungible, and Luai saying ‘you’re right, I want to stay a Panther.’