Ian 77 Redux wrote:
I know where you're coming from and, as a Warrington fan, I find this stuff as tiresome as you do. Having said that, we have been linked with some big name signings in the past that have actually happened. Off the top of my head - Gleeson, Morley, King, Monaghan were all linked with us for ages before they actually signed.
But to be fair everyone could see Gleeson heading for the Saints exit.
I think the issue with Puletua is money, so I'd be surprised if Wire could offer more.
I think Puletua thought he would be pulling down one amount but then got caught by the HMRC decision and exchange rate, which was a double whammy on his earnings. Add this to the increase in NRL money, he might see himself getting better offers back home in the NRL.