RUMOUR James Roberts to Broncos

[Unbreakable]

Rothfield seems to be 100% certain we're getting Roberts, haven't seen much Inglis talk at all today. And to further strengthen our chances Moley said 2 down 1 to go after the Lafai & McQueen signings, implying that whoever gets Roberts probably won't have to release anyone.

Or once again, they could just have no idea what they're talking about, who knows.

 

[Danoz Direct]

Rothfield seems to be 100% certain we're getting Roberts, haven't seen much Inglis talk at all today. And to further strengthen our chances Moley said 2 down 1 to go after the Lafai & McQueen signings, implying that whoever gets Roberts probably won't have to release anyone.

Or once again, they could just have no idea what they're talking about, who knows.

The journalist I have talked to today have said Broncos, so there is a pretty good chance we are signing Roberts.

 

[Marty Deutschmann]

IT’S the biggest rumour in rugby league that no one wants to talk about publicly.

So, we will.

While all the player movement in recent weeks has surrounded the futures of James Roberts, Peta Hiku, Tim Lafai, Jack Bird, Dylan Walker and Chris McQueen, there is another name now attracting plenty of “off-the-record” interest.

And no, it is not Adam Reynolds either, with the Rabbitohs on Friday forced to deny he had requested a *release. This rumour relates to Greg Inglis’ future beyond 2016, possibly even sooner.

Social media has been abuzz with the speculation for days. But, perhaps most importantly, some of the NRL’s most powerful figures are watching with eyes wide open.

The talk is that Inglis will not see out the remaining two years of his contract with the Rabbitohs. And sitting patiently to see how this unfolds is Wayne Bennett’s Broncos, who are also keen on Roberts.

Could Greg Inglis be leaving the Rabbitohs to join the Broncos?
While there appears little chance Inglis would be making a move to Brisbane in 2016, there is every chance it could happen in 2017, a year before Inglis’ deal with the Rabbitohs expires.

For some time now the talk going on at rival clubs is that all is not well in the Rabbitohs’ camp, and the recent decision by Walker to leave, and Reynolds’ unhappiness, goes to the heart of the *perceived problem.

In particular, Walker’s barrister Julianne Levick was scathing when she condemned the club for treating the 21-year-old “like a piece of meat”.

That came in the wake of Walker’s request for a release following his overdose on prescription drugs, and the subsequent penalties Souths put in place.

Levick pointed to the fact that Walker had played in pain for most of the season with a *“serious” hand injury.

“The decision is a disgrace,” she said of the penalty, and the fact Souths released a statement to its large base of members. “Seemingly the club don’t accept any responsibility for what’s gone on in a roller- coaster 2015 season for this kid.

“This is such an unsatisfactory outcome on any view, particularly considering how this kid has been treated like a piece of meat in the face of serious injury throughout the 2015 *season.”

While Walker’s new deal with Manly is yet to be rubber-stamped by the NRL, there is no question he will join the Sea Eagles shortly.

It also now looks like Reynolds is unhappy and reportedly keen to join McQueen on the Gold Coast after the backrower was pushed out to make way for Sam Burgess’ return.

Meanwhile, Souths are now chasing Roberts, who knocked back what is understood to be $700,000 over two years at the Gold Coast because he felt he was being “devalued”.

Brisbane also want Roberts, who plays right centre, while Inglis is a specialist left centre at Origin and Test level, and a move from fullback could potentially prolong his career.

Souths fans must be watching on in disbelief.

South Sydney chief executive John Lee on Friday was adamant that Inglis would be going nowhere.

“He is very happy,” Lee said. “He was at a sponsor’s function during the week and very happy. And he is contracted with us for the next two years.”

So that ends that debate. Or does it? Not when you talk to some of the big-hitters at rival clubs.

What is a guarantee is that the closing weeks before Christmas will make interesting viewing for all who keep a close watch on the NRL trading market.

On Friday, Lafai agreed to join the Dragons and McQueen is heading to the Gold Coast.

Now we wait on Bird’s future and of course Roberts, who could instigate another fresh round of NRL dominoes.

Judging by the bombshell that exploded around Reynolds on Friday, there is nothing in this climate that would surprise anyone.

After all, this is the NRL’s silly season.

 

[Sproj]

Hmmm...I fell like I've read that a few times in the last couple of minutes. ;)

 

[ivanhungryjak]

"He is very happy".
It's in the NRL Book of Cliches, right under "The coach has the full confidence of the board".

 

[Marty Deutschmann]

Hmmm...I fell like I've read that a few times in the last couple of minutes. ;)

Yeah haha sorry.... Just all three threads are kind of all about the same thing :P sorry guys

 

[Fernando]

I would love Inglis for 2016 and beyond but would pass if he's not joining until 2017. He will be 30 by round 1 2017 and one more year under McGuire will not be kind to his body.

 

[Danoz Direct]

Yeah haha sorry.... Just all three threads are kind of all about the same thing :P sorry guys

Mate post things on one thread, that's enough.

 

[Danoz Direct]

Sounding increasingly likely that we are going to get Roberts.

 

[Socnorb]

James Roberts is a good player, and no doubt would be a good get for us, but i don't like the way this is playing out. I'd prefer the Adam Blair style where you hear nothing,and then, bang he signs and announces.
If he wants to play for Brisbane because of the reasons he's stated then he's the sort of prayer we want. Unfortunately his actions aren't backing up his words.
My concern is that this is a destabilising influence on an important preseason. Just look at how the Burgess signing is playing out at Souths. I can't see how they'll have much unity this year if all of these stories are true.

 

[Wolfie]

Agree with that. I dont like players shopping themselves around then saying its not about the money. I dont blame anyone either for wanting to earn as much as they can, just dont bullshit about it.

 

[Marty Deutschmann]

Mate post things on one thread, that's enough.

Well sorrry

 

[ningnangnong]

Sounding increasingly likely that we are going to get Roberts.

Lol, based on what exactly?

 

[Unbreakable]

Lol, based on what exactly?

It's just sound alright, there's no physical evidence of it happening, just whispers in the breeze.

 

[Marty Deutschmann]

It's just sound alright, there's no physical evidence of it happening, just whispers in the breeze.

Way off the mark but your winds are your winds

 

[Danoz Direct]

Way off the mark but your winds are your winds

How do you know mate? Is this your Inglis theory again?

 

[Danoz Direct]

St George Illawarra Dragons remain in the hunt for James Roberts despite Tim Lafai signing | smh.com.au

 

[kingpest]

SOUTH Sydney superstar Greg Inglis has pledged to remain at Redfern until at least the end of 2017 and will continue in the all-important fullback role for the Bunnies next season.

Inglis has been repeatedly linked to becoming a marquee signing for the Brisbane Bombers if the NRL opted to introduce a second team in Brisbane.

Or a surprise exit to join the Brisbane Broncos?

But Inglis has told The Sunday Telegraph he will be fulfilling the final two seasons of his contract at the Rabbitohs.

“I’m happy at Souths, I’m there until the end of 2017. What happens after that we will have to wait and see but for the time being, I’m the captain and I love the club,” Inglis said.

“Who knows what could *happen in the future in terms of playing fullback or in the centres.

“For now, I am playing fullback at South Sydney.

“I’m loving my time at fullback. Career-wise, later on I might end up in the centres but for the moment I want to squash all the rumours, I’m certainly at Souths for another two seasons.

“I was honoured to be handed the captaincy at Souths last year and I want to continue developing as a player and as a captain.”

Inglis also slammed suggestion coach Michael Maguire has lost support among the playing group due to overtraining.

“It’s a lot of talk coming from an outside perspective.

“We do train hard but so does every club and it’s all about just trying to get the best results for Souths,” Inglis said.