(Archived) THE RUMOUR MILL - Player Movement

[CHOGM]

My money is on fifita.

Problem is he has been here playing his style for a few years now so why now the drama? And his style got him picked for origin this year. I feel like it's gotta be a first year signing, but who knows.

 

[Tatus]

It's Peachy, heard Penrith have been sniffing around.

 

[slide rule]

I reckon its lewis

Possibly. But despite the high level he's been playing at recently, I still get the feeling he's on his last legs.

So, would anyone want to pay him more?

He makes a solid contribution but he's obviously not going to be around much longer anyways.

 

[slide rule]

It's Peachy, heard Penrith have been sniffing around.

sad if true.,

 

[HaroldBishop]

Possibly. But despite the high level he's been playing at recently, I still get the feeling he's on his last legs.

So, would anyone want to pay him more?

He makes a solid contribution but he's obviously not going to be around much longer anyways.

I doubt it. He turns 32 in August and given the way he plays the game I fear his career won't last another two years past this one.

 

[egg]

My money's on Barba .
Should I appologise ?

 

[BlackWhiteBlue]

It wont be barba. If he thinks he deserves or has earnt high praises for his season so far he is kidding himself.

 

[HaroldBishop]

It wont be barba. If he thinks he deserves or has earnt high praises for his season so far he is kidding himself.

Doesn't have to be about that. May not be happy with how he's being used. Whether or not we agree doesn't matter.

 

[CHOGM]

My money's on Barba .
Should I appologise ?

I'm fine if that's the case. His try last weekend was all about Graham, and the try he "assisted" in was all the work of Beale initially then Lewis. Don't get me wrong, Barba had a very good game, but against cellar dwelling tiring opposition it doesn't make him the messiah.

 

[BlackWhiteBlue]

Doesn't have to be about that. May not be happy with how he's being used. Whether or not we agree doesn't matter.

A simple sit down with the coach would explain it though.

Fwiw i think the rumours bs. Good luck just walking out on a deal too without getting nice compo

 

[Tank]

A simple sit down with the coach would explain it though.

Fwiw i think the rumours bs. Good luck just walking out on a deal too without getting nice compo

Agree. Like most of us Im sure some players get the ****s with work sometimes but they need to get over it and get on with it.

 

[HaroldBishop]

A simple sit down with the coach would explain it though.

Fwiw i think the rumours bs. Good luck just walking out on a deal too without getting nice compo

Maybe. I'm sure **** like this happens at plenty of clubs throughout the year. Most of the time nothing happens though, gets sorted out.

 

[Loyal Shark]

If this rumour is true ,the only way out of a contract going on Shark Management current policy is if it suits the club and we have a better replacement , seems a coincidence we have talk of Folau , Foran possibly on the market and Chad leaving the Warriors, we have a key player wanting to leave the club , not to mention Maloney joining us in 2016. Hope its a back as we are a bit skinny for forwards ATM.

 

[skeksis]

A simple sit down with the coach would explain it though.

Fwiw i think the rumours bs. Good luck just walking out on a deal too without getting nice compo

Lets break it down:

Fifita - known for discipline issues, constantly berated for sloppy play the balls and continuous milking of penalties and crab running. Struggled for form and failed to deliver at SoO1. Has expressed desire to play union in the past and not above following the $. Big loss if true.

Lewis - has had issue with being used as a battering ram, rarely finds holes under current sharks structures but excels at rep level. However has publicly said he's enjoying his footy recently. I don't like him but he would be a big loss.

Barba - 6 months into his new contract. Confidence player down on confidence. At a club that lacks the resources to improve his kicking game. Coach struggling to field him properly. Blasted by many fans for failing to earn a dally m by round 3. Showed recently he still has ability. Publicly stated he wants to work to get his spot in the team and deliver. Imo a big loss if true.

Heighno - a 2nd rower that has been used at times as a prop. No sam burgess but will bust his arse trying and does his job. Rumoured to be considering a move to ESL. Rarely criticised by fans, unlikely to be disgruntled. Big loss if he leaves in my opinion.

Gallen - eh

Ennis - cant see it being this guy, he's one of our best buys and a great ambassador.

Wade - yeah nah wade is Cronullas prodigal son.

Taga - pile of island turd that is welcome to be a soft cock in other colours. Well known issue with his use off bench but not a surprise either nor a big loss.

Robson - we wish, but no loss whatsoever if he left.

Bird - stated he wants to be a centre but he also loves first grade and would work hard if dropped to the jets. I think hr loves the boys. Would be huge if he left but I don't think ANYONE has really baulked at his playing style or use except to point out the obvious - he's a rookie.

Feki - a great winger whose style is not in question and has wraps from most. Unlikely to be him.

Leutele - imo poly et is overrated by some but doesn't seem to be questioned by staff or journos. Unlikely to be him.

Beale - former international centre yet to score a try in 14 appearances. Showed he has silky passing on the weekend but has been questioned by some. Could be frustrated by how flanno uses him? I'm not sure how big a loss he would represent.

Gordon - well documented he wants out. Wouldn't be a big loss but his loss would mean a shuffle. But the fact his feelings re contract are public knowledge this can't be the secret player.

Val - everyone has wraps on him and is scared unless we give him the keys to remondis he will walk. He's a great winger and might prefer fullback but isn't ready imo. Homesick? Unlikely that it's him.

Bukuya - not the same Boogs we sent to NZ but is serviceable. Nothing much said but unlikely to be him.

Prior - again serviceable and MUCH better than 2014. Wouldn't be a huge loss but no one's death riding him for having dicks for fingers like he did before.

D Fifita - not even a shadow of his brother in 2013 but hardly doing anything wrong. Might be cranky he isnt starting in the 10 or getting limited minutes but again not big loss if true.

For these reasons I still reckon its Andrew.

 

[slide rule]

Lewis is a second rower. It's part of his job to be a battering ram. If he doesn't like it, move to the wing or centres (even they need to do their fair share of tough yards these days). This idea that he should be pussy footing around is bull****. I've never really seen him shirk the hard work though, so I reckon the complaints are coming from others.

 

[vicsharkfan]

I'm Running with Ashford.... Naloney signing should quell any disharmony for awhile I'd have thought... The window is opening just need flanno to stop licking it and guide us through.

 

[SJH]

Is this not the rumor mill? People can speculate on what i have said or not.

I am just passing on a rumor, no need to be D**ks about it.

I just don't want to get anyone in trouble as this player wouldn't of told many people.



I'll just add to keep people happy that the player wants to leave due to people criticizing the way he plays.


Let the speculation begin.


P.s unfortunately it is not Robbo

Young or old star?

 

[sharkboy18]

Taga gets ripped on here & by heaps of other supporters I know, I dont know why he does but I highly rate him, I wouldnt mind seeing him get more game time, he is decent at getting offloads away, thats why i stay quiet on here during game threads & when people are talking about him, I dont care what people think but imo I rate him fairly highly.

 

[sharkyboy]

Taga gets ripped on here & by heaps of other supporters I know, I dont know why he does but I highly rate him, I wouldnt mind seeing him get more game time, he is decent at getting offloads away, thats why i stay quiet on here during game threads & when people are talking about him, I dont care what people think but imo I rate him fairly highly.

You're taking the piss aren't you?

 

[XGinga]

Lets break it down:

Fifita - known for discipline issues, constantly berated for sloppy play the balls and continuous milking of penalties and crab running. Struggled for form and failed to deliver at SoO1. Has expressed desire to play union in the past and not above following the $. Big loss if true.

Lewis - has had issue with being used as a battering ram, rarely finds holes under current sharks structures but excels at rep level. However has publicly said he's enjoying his footy recently. I don't like him but he would be a big loss.

Barba - 6 months into his new contract. Confidence player down on confidence. At a club that lacks the resources to improve his kicking game. Coach struggling to field him properly. Blasted by many fans for failing to earn a dally m by round 3. Showed recently he still has ability. Publicly stated he wants to work to get his spot in the team and deliver. Imo a big loss if true.

Heighno - a 2nd rower that has been used at times as a prop. No sam burgess but will bust his arse trying and does his job. Rumoured to be considering a move to ESL. Rarely criticised by fans, unlikely to be disgruntled. Big loss if he leaves in my opinion.

Gallen - eh

Ennis - cant see it being this guy, he's one of our best buys and a great ambassador.

Wade - yeah nah wade is Cronullas prodigal son.

Taga - pile of island turd that is welcome to be a soft cock in other colours. Well known issue with his use off bench but not a surprise either nor a big loss.

Robson - we wish, but no loss whatsoever if he left.

Bird - stated he wants to be a centre but he also loves first grade and would work hard if dropped to the jets. I think hr loves the boys. Would be huge if he left but I don't think ANYONE has really baulked at his playing style or use except to point out the obvious - he's a rookie.

Feki - a great winger whose style is not in question and has wraps from most. Unlikely to be him.

Leutele - imo poly et is overrated by some but doesn't seem to be questioned by staff or journos. Unlikely to be him.

Beale - former international centre yet to score a try in 14 appearances. Showed he has silky passing on the weekend but has been questioned by some. Could be frustrated by how flanno uses him? I'm not sure how big a loss he would represent.

Gordon - well documented he wants out. Wouldn't be a big loss but his loss would mean a shuffle. But the fact his feelings re contract are public knowledge this can't be the secret player.

Val - everyone has wraps on him and is scared unless we give him the keys to remondis he will walk. He's a great winger and might prefer fullback but isn't ready imo. Homesick? Unlikely that it's him.

Bukuya - not the same Boogs we sent to NZ but is serviceable. Nothing much said but unlikely to be him.

Prior - again serviceable and MUCH better than 2014. Wouldn't be a huge loss but no one's death riding him for having dicks for fingers like he did before.

D Fifita - not even a shadow of his brother in 2013 but hardly doing anything wrong. Might be cranky he isnt starting in the 10 or getting limited minutes but again not big loss if true.

For these reasons I still reckon its Andrew.

WOW that woulda took a lot of effort.

I'd love to say the player ain't in your list but you pretty much named everyone in the team so ill just say he is on that list lol.