Turbo to Superleague?

[AndWeDon'tCare]

I'll say Danny Weidler is always hunting a negative story about Manly (take your mind back to his conduct during the whole DCE saga and times before that), and tonight, the usual lead story on such a strong rugby league matter/rumour was given to Zac Bailey, not Danny.

I'm quite confident in stating that Danny enjoys throwing mud at the Club and here's an opportunity to create more mischief.

It's very simple; if Paul is wanting the best deal for his client, then EVERY opportunity must be assessed no matter the background or reason(s) as to why he is "being shopped".

There are some very smart operators within the SFX team and I would hazard a guess, [that] Paul and his team have already explored the appetite within the NRL, the Perth Bears (he won't go to PNG) and being offered to ESL teams,as leverage in negotiating a value for his next contract.

There's not a lot of "real interest" within the NRL given his injury record and that record is starting to count against him in determining his worth and "economic life" for the "bean counters" at every NRL club.

Best of luck with however it plays out Tom, I hope you stay at Manly but you've probably realised that you've only got "X number of games left" so you need to make hay whilst the sun shines.

 

[LeonardCohen]

I'll say Danny Weidler is always hunting a negative story about Manly (take your mind back to his conduct during the whole DCE saga and times before that), and tonight, the usual lead story on such a strong rugby league matter/rumour was given to Zac Bailey, not Danny.

I'm quite confident in stating that Danny enjoys throwing mud at the Club and here's an opportunity to create more mischief.

It's very simple; if Paul is wanting the best deal for his client, then EVERY opportunity must be assessed no matter the background or reason(s) as to why he is "being shopped".

There are some very smart operators within the SFX team and I would hazard a guess, [that] Paul and his team have already explored the appetite within the NRL, the Perth Bears (he won't go to PNG) and being offered to ESL teams,as leverage in negotiating a value for his next contract.

There's not a lot of "real interest" within the NRL given his injury record and that record is starting to count against him in determining his worth and "economic life" for the "bean counters" at every NRL club.

Best of luck with however it plays out Tom, I hope you stay at Manly but you've probably realised that you've only got "X number of games left" so you need to make hay whilst the sun shines.

I don't get the feeling they're trying to gauge market value, instead, I think he's considering retiring from the NRL due to injury. He probably figures he has another year left at this level, and then he can put the constant pressure and scrutiny of the NRL behind him and just enjoy his footy.

 

[SeaEagleRock8]

DCE leaves Manly after being here for his whole career because of Seibold

Yes as sad end to the great and highly successful DCE era, I'm shattered!

Tommy Talau "liked" Danny Weilders social media post on this very subject, FWIW.

I know hes gone, but that says a bit to me regarding the feelings towards the club/coach.

Wow a player who was told he's surplus to requirements annoyed at the club, can't be possible!

 

[Brookie1973]

I don't get the feeling they're trying to gauge market value, instead, I think he's considering retiring from the NRL due to injury. He probably figures he has another year left at this level, and then he can put the constant pressure and scrutiny of the NRL behind him and just enjoy his footy.

Yep, probably feels the UK is the best way to extend his career on decent coin, given all his injuries. And probably thinks it’s unlikely he will enjoy any future success at Manly under current arrangements, so why hang around? I’d go to catalans if I was him, and enjoy a couple of years in the South of France before retiring.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

I'll say Danny Weidler is always hunting a negative story about Manly (take your mind back to his conduct during the whole DCE saga and times before that), and tonight, the usual lead story on such a strong rugby league matter/rumour was given to Zac Bailey, not Danny.

I'm quite confident in stating that Danny enjoys throwing mud at the Club and here's an opportunity to create more mischief.

It's very simple; if Paul is wanting the best deal for his client, then EVERY opportunity must be assessed no matter the background or reason(s) as to why he is "being shopped".

There are some very smart operators within the SFX team and I would hazard a guess, [that] Paul and his team have already explored the appetite within the NRL, the Perth Bears (he won't go to PNG) and being offered to ESL teams,as leverage in negotiating a value for his next contract.

There's not a lot of "real interest" within the NRL given his injury record and that record is starting to count against him in determining his worth and "economic life" for the "bean counters" at every NRL club.

Best of luck with however it plays out Tom, I hope you stay at Manly but you've probably realised that you've only got "X number of games left" so you need to make hay whilst the sun shines.

Ah finally a well thought out post👏👏

 

[Tragic Eagle]

There’s plenty of smoke.

 

[Ohgeez]

It also can’t be forgotten Tom has spoken openly about leaving if he feels like he’s holding the team back. Only he & the staff know how much physical + mental pain it causes him trying to play at the top level every week. While Super League is still very physical it’s a heck of a lot slower which could be appealing for an injury prone player.

 

[mave]

Wow a player who was told he's surplus to requirements annoyed at the club, can't be possible!

Just passing on the info, for those that may not have that particular social media.

I'm happy to stay right out of it tbh.

 

[SeaEagleRock8]

There’s plenty of smoke.

it's either smoke or bulldust. Can be so hard to tell!

 

[Waz13]

I don't get the feeling they're trying to gauge market value, instead, I think he's considering retiring from the NRL due to injury. He probably figures he has another year left at this level, and then he can put the constant pressure and scrutiny of the NRL behind him and just enjoy his footy.

100% my thought on it.

 

[Stewbojevic]

He’d be way too good for the Super League

 

[CRPSI eagle]

The numbers floated regarding to re-signing is closer to 1.3mil

🙄

 

[double hoops]

Andrew Johns tells Tommy to pack his bags as Warrington Wolves circle.

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[LeonardCohen]

Andrew Johns tells Tommy to pack his bags as Warrington Wolves circle.

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John’s is quoted as saying ‘we need more stars going over there’; um, why?

 

[Pete W]

John’s is quoted as saying ‘we need more stars going over there’; um, why?

ESL is in a pretty dire situation currently, to the point that the NRL is considering buying a major share with operational control. It is believed that rugby league as an international game cannot afford the English league going under. An injection of the world's best high quality talent, big name 'star' appeal could help the situation. Personally, I don't believe this will have a huge impact on their market

 

[Disco]

🙄

You think that would represent bad value for them in 2027 should Jake be able to.play on?

 

[Nordburg]

John’s is quoted as saying ‘we need more stars going over there’; um, why?

Andrew Johns’ no longer has a manager,specifically,but his former agent and confidant was none other than George Mimis.Maybe putting 1&1 together and getting 3,but it wouldn’t surprise me if Johns was doing a favour for his old friend

 

[susan]

Classic Silvertails

A) three months ago everyone wanted to punt Turbo as he’d barely played a game , or a decent one , since 2021.
B) almost everyone , to a T , reckons he is worth about half what he’s getting and would be better off being sent to SL.
C) then old Danny the wanker , reads ST, and makes up a story , and ST members take the bait, hook , line & sinker.
D) and now there’s absolute outrage.

As I say , Classic ST.

Let’s just see how this plays out , and to be honest , we all love Jurbo / Turbo they are the embodiment of the DNA at present BUT this is a business now , we aren’t competitive , to be competitive we need some key players who are at the top of their game ( in addition to our youngsters ).

But how do we get said players without cap space ???

I’m ambivalent, love to see Tom stay on , but with his history it cannot be at 1.1 million a year SO if Super League offers him 1.3 million for 3 years we would be crazy to match.

Classic Silvertails

A) three months ago everyone wanted to punt Turbo as he’d barely played a game , or a decent one , since 2021.
B) almost everyone , to a T , reckons he is worth about half what he’s getting and would be better off being sent to SL.
C) then old Danny the wanker , reads ST, and makes up a story , and ST members take the bait, hook , line & sinker.
D) and now there’s absolute outrage.

As I say , Classic ST.

Let’s just see how this plays out , and to be honest , we all love Jurbo / Turbo they are the embodiment of the DNA at present BUT this is a business now , we aren’t competitive , to be competitive we need some key players who are at the top of their game ( in addition to our youngsters ).

But how do we get said players without cap space ???

I’m ambivalent, love to see Tom stay on , but with his history it cannot be at 1.1 million a year SO if Super League offers him 1.3 million for 3 years we would be crazy to match.

Might surprise people to know that the Super League salary cap is 2.4 mill pounds or about 4 mill Aussie( 1/3 our cap) for 30 blokes. They have allowances above that for 3 marquee players that don't count towards cap. Nearly all the clubs are broke and the league itself is broke, hence trying to flog it to Vlandys.

All this SL stuff is bull**** , no one is paying Turbot 800, 000 pounds a year to play SL as a marquee player while the other 29 guys share 2.4 mill to play in a competition on its knees already.

It's ludicrous. Only blokes who go there are washed up oldies and blokes who can't crack it here.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Might surprise people to know that the Super Lwague salary cap is 2.4 mill pounds or about 4 mill Aussie fir 30 blokes. They have allowances above that for 3 marquee players that don't count towards cap. Nearly all the clubs are broke and the league itself is broke, hence trying to flog it to Vlandys.

All this SL stuff is bull**** , noonevis paying Turbot 800, 000 pounds a year to play SL while the other guts share 2.4 mill.

It's ludicrous. Only blokes who go there are washed up oldies and blokes who can't crack it here.

Can’t remember ever a superstar Australian player at his peak going there , it’s always those who just can’t make it , or those that have made it extending their career by a few years right at the end.

Tom will re-sign with us , this is all media bull**** to create clicks on their stories.

 

[susan]

Can’t remember ever a superstar Australian player at his peak going there , it’s always those who just can’t make it , or those that have made it extending their career by a few years right at the end.

Tom will re-sign with us , this is all media bull**** to create clicks on their stories.

100 percent. Tom will run out next year and I think he's ready to hit the Turbot button and produce a year we've been waiting on.