Interesting view from @readingtheplay:
Barrett seems untouched in all the debacle at Manly. Yet he has spent much of last 18 mths talking to other potential clubs about his next coaching role (inc Bulldogs, Rabbits, Panthers & others) - maybe a focus on coaching & the task at hand & not his ego was required? 1/4 #NRL
Barrett released Green against best advice. Splintered his playing group over Hastings. Lost on occasions many of his group over his questionable focus elsewhere.. The club ownership, funding, politics, & shambolic admin has much to answer for, but so does Barrett.. 2/4 #NRL
The latest stalemate & media leaks & posturing is due to Barrett seeking a severance payout, after he gave notice many months ago. He’s been told (rightly) to stick it where the sun doesn’t shine. So, …once a win or two arrived the leaks & destabilising started, again.. 3/4 #NRL
Reality might be that the coach has always put himself first? Is it all about him, his success, his next deal? No doubt he’s surrounded by a complete mess, there is blame everywhere but don’t for a minute think he hasn’t had a significant role in it all. 4/4