Olpherts has left the building!

Surely Johnson out on loan and now this must mean an incoming.....



Must admit I expect us to sign Tom Johnstone for next year.

Massive rumours Johnson has already done a deal back to Wakey along with McMeekin ?

More likely Johnstone renews with Catalans, I'd have thought. Unless anyone knows/is seeing something I don't?

And no other coach has ever made a bad signing

Good to clear some cap space - hopefully means we have room for a mid-season signing in the forwards (bearing in mind the timing of Myler's departure and no major signings since).



It's a shame it didn't work out for Olpherts at Leeds. It's not like he was a disruptive influence on the culture like Austin or Macdonald, or taking up a huge chunk of the salary cap like Tetevano or Sezer, so let's let him go with a bit of respect.

Will be interesting to see if we use the space during the season. Given that Wigan have lots and lots of props I wouldn't be surprised if we are keeping a close eye on them. Somebody will probably feel a bit left out in the cold before long.

Think it was reported earlier in the year that he has told them he intends to leave. Wakey apparently have the cash and could also use the marquee academy allowance, so they have a clear financial edge. However, I think we'd be foolish not to enquire. I also really rate Tom Davies but not sure of his contractual situation.

I hope Derrell goes well at Wakey. Even though his performances weren't up to scratch for Leeds, its never nice to see a player suffer the way he was. I wish him all the best.

Can't argue with either winger at Cats, although I thought NRL clubs were taking a look at Johnstone. I think it's too early in the year to call this - we have Roberts (just nearly 22, people forget how young he is), Frater, Simpson, maybe Lumb and maybe Smith all capable of playing wing and looking for a chance. Fus may yet come back and stay fit too, earn another +1 year... a fit Fus is as good as we're likely to get anyway, while the younger lads develop.



I am glad Olpherts is gone, no hard feelings but he just wasn't good enough for Leeds at the end of the day.

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HKR and I think Saints interested in Davies.

Would have to disagree with you on this one. When it comes to recruiting off contract British players speed is of the essence, that's why we moved so quickly to secure Newman and McDonnell. I'm a big fan of Fusitua when he plays, but by any measure he just doesn't play enough. When you add in the fact that he's a quota player, it's a simple decision. Don't think any of the lads that you mention are anywhere near ready to be a 1st choice winger at Leeds. It's such a vital position nowadays (particularly with our style) that you can't afford to be making do or cutting corners.