Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 8:32 am  

I don't think big names have worked out too well for us recently. I'd prefer Seumanufagai, Leuleui, Garbutt type signings.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 8:57 am  

exiledrhino wrote:

It's interesting that there's been so many different rumours going round. I can only assume that the coaching staff are being very active in the market and expressing interest in a number of players, although we might only sign a few.

From the type of players, I think it's clear Rohan is prioritising strengthening the squad rather than signing big names. As a fan, I kind of want big names, but I also don't want us to end up like Warrington!

I see Aydin has done an interview in the YEP, wonder if he'll be back with us next year!

Just read that YEP piece. Speaks very highly of Rohan to put that effort into a player that was only here short term. I wouldn’t mind Aydin as Mustaphas replacement but think we’d still require another front line prop.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 9:19 am  

I think Walters is muizz replacement really

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 11:03 am  

Barrie’s Glass Eye wrote:

Could fusitua play centre with olpherts on the wing and that be seen as an improvement?

Interesting shout but
I don’t think Fusitua looks like a centre

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 11:12 am  

Barrie’s Glass Eye wrote:

Just read that YEP piece. Speaks very highly of Rohan to put that effort into a player that was only here short term. I wouldn’t mind Aydin as Mustaphas replacement but think we’d still require another front line prop.

I'd have Aydin back I think he looks a good prospect

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 2:44 pm  

Matthew Shaw has tweeted about Luke Hooley, saying Leeds are about to make him an offer after he impressed Rohan Smith. Guess than means at least one of Hardaker and Walker leaving.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 2:54 pm  

We do not need another fullback. If one of Hardaker or Walker leaves, that still gives us two front line Fullbacks, why do we need another?

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 3:07 pm  

batleyrhino wrote:

We do not need another fullback. If one of Hardaker or Walker leaves, that still gives us two front line Fullbacks, why do we need another?

I think we've probably just got to trust Smith to build a squad that he wants and feels he needs but on the face of it I agree.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 3:27 pm  

christopher wrote:

I think we've probably just got to trust Smith to build a squad that he wants and feels he needs but on the face of it I agree.

Maybe he's looking beyond next year. Neither Myler or Hardaker are spring chickens and this lad fits the profile he's talked about agewise. Not aware that we have a young full back in the system who is ready to push through either. There is also the possiblity that putting this in the public domain might entice a player who has been dragging his heels (Hardaker for example) to commit. Like you I'm trusting in Smith to make the right calls with what is obviously a limited budget.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour thread V4 : Thu Aug 04, 2022 3:49 pm  

With the amount of Fullbacks we have it feels an odd one.

Yes Hardaker and Myler won't be around in a year or two I guess but will he be happy as 4th place cover for FB until 24/25' ish?.
Even if Walker Leaves it feels like FB is well covered.

I dont mind signing for the future,its about we had an actual plan lol,but we still need a pack leader and a power house prop