Rumours (signings, sackings & other NRL stuff)

[Tigerm]

https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/huge-twist-as-rival-club-swoops-on-outcast-manly-playmaker/news-story/2bb4d3a683ffabdbc9cb6fd04367dfd2

The Wests Tigers have reportedly held talks with Manly about the future of out-of-favour playmaker Josh Schuster.

I guess we will soon find out wtf is going on?

If it is to happen, I hope he goes well for us.

 

[Old Time Tiger]

This could be a Benji 'signing'.

He was the one who pushed for Adam Blair apparently and we know what a success that was.

 

[Tigerm]

I appreciate it is still only an IF, but what’s everyones thought on this in regards to other players, IF it did happen?

Is it a case of moving Brooks on, they seemed to have made other enquires earlier to suggest that was a plan?
Maybe, Wakeham to 7 and Schuster to 6?
I don’t think if he was coming it would to be a forward at this stage?

It still only scuttle butt atm though.

 

[Tiger Ted]

Well maybe the change of scenery will do him good.

I agree he isn’t worth the money, you would expect Many to chip in, if they wanted him gone?

We will probably give the lazy precious ingrate a raise

 

[Tigerm]

We will probably give the lazy precious ingrate a raise

I am not part of his fan club, but is he lazy?

The article I posted a little time ago, states we are asking for a price reduction, if we were to sign him.

Pretty sure our new NRL recruitment officer wouldn’t be giving us a known dud as his first signing? Doubt he would last long in that was the case?

But, I guess we’ll see what happens, if it happens?

Just out of interest, what is reasonable coin for his signature.

 

[Tiger Ted]

I am not part of his fan club, but is he lazy?

The article I posted a little time ago, states we are asking for a price reduction, if we were to sign him.

Pretty sure our new NRL recruitment officer wouldn’t be giving us a known dud as his first signing? Doubt he would last long in that was the case?

But, I guess we’ll see what happens, if it happens?

Just out of interest, what is reasonable coin for his signature.

I know it’s not a realistic value in todays inflated mktplace for a player with his supposed potential as a 5/8 but at this stage imo he isn’t worth more than 200k.He has currently fallen behind a reserve grader like Cooper Johns in the pecking order.

 

[Tigerm]

I am not part of his fan club, but is he lazy?

The article I posted a little time ago, states we are asking for a price reduction, if we were to sign him.

Pretty sure our new NRL recruitment officer wouldn’t be giving us a known dud as his first signing? Doubt he would last long in that was the case?

But, I guess we’ll see what happens, if it happens?

Just out of interest, what is reasonable coin for his signature.

TBH, I'm a bit surprised by the negativity on this by some, I mean, who do we think we will get (if we don't get him) that is better or as good as him? Nathan Cleary, Latrell Mitchel or any other top line player aint coming.

I would be surprised though if the things being mentioned in the press (for what that's worth) isn't covered in his contract, through Manly covering some costs to incentives, etc?

Maybe a player swap for Brooks? Consider, not resigning Brooks would free up $1m a year, this guy gets $500k a season, (a guess) that obviously leaves us $500k to look at another player of quality?

IMO, the halves are a major part of our problem? Something has to change.

We are last years and current wooden spoon favourites this year, there is no cavalry coming, this bloke is young and by all accounts a better than good player, who should add value to this team to finally become a success.

Every player will have issues not to everyone's liking, recalling that Hastings left Easts, Manly and Australia because of other players (same player having problems with Schuster, in fact), he's not a bad player.
If he's available, I don't see why we wouldn't have a go for him, he's quality by all accounts (even his current coach says that)? Would certainly expect the club to do due diligence on any player they are interested in, to see who and what type of person they are. But there are no guarantees with anything.

If he is a good fit for the team, then he's needed, surely.

His profile:
Height:185 cm
Date of Birth:05 May 2001
Weight:106 kg
Birthplace:Sydney, NSW
Age:21
Nickname:-
Debut Club:Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Date:05 September 2020
Opposition:Wests Tigers
Round:17
Previous Club:Nil
Junior Club:Mounties
Biography:
Josh Schuster will be out to showcase his wide range of skills as the starting five-eighth at the Sea Eagles in 2023.
A ball-player with great skills and balance, Josh made his NRL debut for Manly in 2020 as a five-eighth after coming through the Sea Eagles Pathways Academy from the age of 14.
The nephew of former All Black John Schuster, Josh spent the majority of the past two seasons in the second-row but is set to have a long career at Manly in the number six jersey.

Career/​

APPEARANCES38
TRIES3

2023 Season/​

APPEARANCES3

SCORING​

TRIES0

KICKING​

FORCED DROP OUTS0
AVERAGE KICKING METRES69.2

ATTACK​

TRY ASSISTS3
LINE BREAK ASSISTS1

PASSING​

OFFLOADS2
RECEIPTS108

DEFENCE​

TACKLES MADE56
TACKLE EFFICIENCY
Tackle Efficiency87.5%

RUNNING METRES​

AVERAGE RUNNING METRES44
TOTAL RUNNING METRES133

​

 

[Tigerm]

I know it’s not a realistic value in todays inflated mktplace for a player with his supposed potential as a 5/8 but at this stage imo he isn’t worth more than 200k.He has currently fallen behind a reserve grader like Cooper Johns in the pecking order.

Ted, I know you said "not realistic" but you wouldn't get a reserve for reserve grade half for that cash?

Has he fallen behind Johns? I understood (from his coaches comments) that he is injured?

Bearing in mind, they are apparently after Flannagan from the Dog's?

Anyhow, we are discussing something that may never happen? Then we are stuck with Brooks

 

[WA Tiger]

there is no cavalry coming,

Hahaha Classic!

 

[glockers]

Apparently Fulton strongly connected to a player manager of Schuester and several Manly players including:

Haumole Olakauatu​

I know we are well stocked in the back row, but Inwould happily take him and either move Bateman to lock or Papilli to the front row rotation.

 

[Tigerm]

Wests Tigers continue signing spree

After utility back Tony Pellow's arrival, the Wests Tigers have continued their signing spree, with a hooker rejoining the club.

www.zerotackle.com

As confirmed by Strive Player Agency, Manaia Cherrington will rejoin the Tigers effective immediately, although it's unclear which contract he has been signed to.

Not sure why we need so many 9’s?

Maybe some have been tapped?

 

[Tigerm]

TBH, I'm a bit surprised by the negativity on this by some, I mean, who do we think we will get (if we don't get him) that is better or as good as him? Nathan Cleary, Latrell Mitchel or any other top line player aint coming.

I would be surprised though if the things being mentioned in the press (for what that's worth) isn't covered in his contract, through Manly covering some costs to incentives, etc?

Maybe a player swap for Brooks? Consider, not resigning Brooks would free up $1m a year, this guy gets $500k a season, (a guess) that obviously leaves us $500k to look at another player of quality?

IMO, the halves are a major part of our problem? Something has to change.

We are last years and current wooden spoon favourites this year, there is no cavalry coming, this bloke is young and by all accounts a better than good player, who should add value to this team to finally become a success.

Every player will have issues not to everyone's liking, recalling that Hastings left Easts, Manly and Australia because of other players (same player having problems with Schuster, in fact), he's not a bad player.
If he's available, I don't see why we wouldn't have a go for him, he's quality by all accounts (even his current coach says that)? Would certainly expect the club to do due diligence on any player they are interested in, to see who and what type of person they are. But there are no guarantees with anything.

If he is a good fit for the team, then he's needed, surely.

His profile:
Height:185 cm
Date of Birth:05 May 2001
Weight:106 kg
Birthplace:Sydney, NSW
Age:21
Nickname:-
Debut Club:Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Date:05 September 2020
Opposition:Wests Tigers
Round:17
Previous Club:Nil
Junior Club:Mounties
Biography:
Josh Schuster will be out to showcase his wide range of skills as the starting five-eighth at the Sea Eagles in 2023.
A ball-player with great skills and balance, Josh made his NRL debut for Manly in 2020 as a five-eighth after coming through the Sea Eagles Pathways Academy from the age of 14.
The nephew of former All Black John Schuster, Josh spent the majority of the past two seasons in the second-row but is set to have a long career at Manly in the number six jersey.

Career/​

APPEARANCES38
TRIES3

2023 Season/​

APPEARANCES3

SCORING​

TRIES0

KICKING​

FORCED DROP OUTS0
AVERAGE KICKING METRES69.2

ATTACK​

TRY ASSISTS3
LINE BREAK ASSISTS1

PASSING​

OFFLOADS2
RECEIPTS108

DEFENCE​

TACKLES MADE56
TACKLE EFFICIENCY
Tackle Efficiency87.5%

RUNNING METRES​

AVERAGE RUNNING METRES44
TOTAL RUNNING METRES133

​

‘Paints him in a bad light’: Seibold hits back at Schuster ‘pile on’, puts Flanagan rumour to bed

‘Paints him in a bad light’: Seibold hits back at Schuster ‘pile on’, puts Flanagan rumour to bed

www.foxsports.com.au

Looks like the “No, Nay, Nein” sayers (lol) will get their way? Just glad we are trying.

 

[Tigerm]

It never stops, on the TWT instagram site, the new rumour is that we are looking at Shaun Johnson (Warriors) for next year, he’s older than Marshal isn’t he?
Not sure what all this means for Brooks, he can’t be feeling the love if any of this is true?

 

[Perth Tiger]

It never stops, on the TWT instagram site, the new rumour is that we are looking at Shaun Johnson (Warriors) for next year, he’s older than Marshal isn’t he?
Not sure what all this means for Brooks, he can’t be feeling the love if any of this is true?

In fairness I think it is more a recognition that AD will miss most of next year and an awareness that Wakeman, while going ok, is only a journeyman half. With AD out we will need at least 3 half’s on our books next year.

I expect Brooks will be resigned unfortunately.

 

[Tigerm]

In fairness I think it is more a recognition that AD will miss most of next year and an awareness that Wakeman, while going ok, is only a journeyman half. With AD out we will need at least 3 half’s on our books next year.

I expect Brooks will be resigned unfortunately.

Good call, yeah maybe, i guess we’ll find out soon enough?

Bearing in mind, they apparently chased Pearce at the beginning of the season?

 

[WA Tiger]

I wouldn’t believe anything siebold says. Manly could be entering a world of pain over the next month and not a nice place to be

 

[Perth Tiger]

I reckon our best option would be to get Ben Hunt for 2 years. With our forward pack I reckon he would get us to the finals and that would put us in a much better position to recruit his replacement or see if any of our juniors are up to it by then

 

[WA Tiger]

Yea I agree but I think he’s all bluff. I think he’d be the type to stick to his word and stay at the dragons until his contract is through

 

[Perth Tiger]

Yea I agree but I think he’s all bluff. I think he’d be the type to stick to his word and stay at the dragons until his contract is through

He is close to Hook so if they are dumb enough to really screw him over he might be a chance. Although at his age he would probably chase a premiership rather than come with us.

but I kinda agree if the dragons treat hook respectively he would see out his contract

 

[Tigerm]

It never stops, on the TWT instagram site, the new rumour is that we are looking at Shaun Johnson (Warriors) for next year, he’s older than Marshal isn’t he?
Not sure what all this means for Brooks, he can’t be feeling the love if any of this is true?

Hunt not being ‘shopped around’; rival clubs circle Bulldogs flyer: Transfer Whispers

Hunt not being ‘shopped around’; rival clubs circle Bulldogs flyer: Transfer Whispers

www.foxsports.com.au

Where there’s smoke…….

This article is stating they have been making enquires re Johnson for a while?

There seems to be a concerted effort to find a replacement for Brooks?