The truth behind Semi Radradra and a suggested threat to walk out is pretty simple: he is on $400,000 and is worth about $600,000.
And, to be frank, if he can keep up his vein of form, he is worth the latter amount. He brings people to the game and viewers to the TV. There will be an approach for a pay rise and a possible contract extension, once the Eels sort through the mess they are in.
Happy at the Eels: Semi Radradra (right) was upset when it was suggested he wanted to leave Parramatta.
Happy at the Eels: Semi Radradra (right) was upset when it was suggested he wanted to leave Parramatta. Photo: Getty Images
Radradra's agent George Christodoulou knows it will be silly to have those discussions now.
"He is not looking to get out," Christodoulou said. "In an ideal world he will be an Eel for life. But we need to have those discussions."
There have been rumblings since last year that he was edgy. The truth is he has been through a relationship breakdown that has not been simple. He has been supported by the club and the club has also supported his his ex-partner.
Radradra was upset when it was suggested he wanted to leave Parramatta. He has a deal that has two years to run.
