On a serious note, I'm looking forward to seeing what players Brett brings in, he's obviously spoke about as a real student of the game so should have a good eye for a player.

I think if we lose Shaul and Faramio, then we need to bring in another winger, I would love us to to sign Tom Davies, fantastic young, British winger.

Forwards I think we need two, Lawler (Would love Bentley, but I can't see him leaving Saints unless he goes to the NRL) and an overseas prop, I'd try and make a move for Fifita from Wakey, if not the NRL.

I'm not convinced by Johnstone, so I'd also be looking at another hooker if possible.

Have full confidence in Hodgsons recruitment, he will have good contacts in the NRL and will use Ellis and KP for the SL and championship recruitment.

I like Tom Davies as well, really quick. I’d love him at Hull.
Lawler is decent but not sure if he’s too similar to what we already have. It is funny the talk about the Dobbins signing Toby King. They need to be signing Lawler up first!

Also notice that Radford is looking at Westerman again for Cas.

I like Westerman and overall I thought he did well at Hull and would have kept him.

King is a good player, but don't think he as good as people make out, be a good signing for Rovers as better than SKD and British. I know his brother is there but I'd be surprised to see him leave Warrington for Rovers, unless there offer is very high.

I like Lawler and think he offers a bit more going forward that Cator (Cator has strengths in other areas), can play prop too. Be happy to sign him, but wouldn't be devastated if we didn't get him.

Definitely need one more forward, two is anyone leaves.

I think Lawler would be a terrific signing but cannot see it happening. Rather than Fifita who seems to have attitude problems I'd look to bring in a younger NRL forward who would be better value. Someone of the same ilk as Tanginoa at Wakefield. A lot of our team are over or approaching their 30's and I'd like to see the average age reduced.

If we lose Shaul it wouldn't I be surprised to see him at Rovers next season.

Young Bentley, has unfortunately just fractured his leg, with ankle complications.

Aaron Woods is out of contract, West Tigers connection too, 30, but be a very good signing for a couple of years

We need to be all over Lawler leaving Rovers. Cracking player and a versatile forward.

Agreed West Hull lad, according to Smailes we haven't showed an interest in him, which is suprising. Cas and Radford seem to be the favorites.

We're not showing an interest, but Cas are. It's not money, more ambition apparently. At least he will give Adam Quinlan some respite from being their fans' object of derision for a bit

Now he's declared his hand I reckon we'll make a move. If we want him we'll get him.

I reckon he has already signed for Cas

Not convinced tbh.

Last week he was international material and a player we should build our team around for the next few years. Today he's overrated and easily replaced



Next week he'll have a sudden change of heart.

George Lawler " I never wanted to leave Rovers I want to stay and win silverware."

Tony Smith " It's fantastic that George has put pen to paper and committed himself to Rovers for the next 5 years. Every other SL and NRL club was desperate for his signature but George knows we are an ambitious club who are striving to avoid relegation.

Could be affordable Aaron Woods, he's on about 170k a year over there.

Would be nice getting a younger player though, hoping Brett knows of some reserve grade gems like Carlos who don't break the bank.

Did I hear right, Fafita to Hull? https://m.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=28 ... alink&_rdr

Did I hear right, Fafita to Hull? https://m.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=28 ... alink&_rdr

Rovers have confirmed that Lawler is leavings at the end of the season.

Woods hasn't done anything of note since leaving Wests has he?

Always struck me as a 'looks like tarzan plays like jane' kinda player.

Although I'm probably being too harsh on a guy that played for Australia and SOO

Quote ="Riderofthepalehorse"Did I hear right, Fafita to Hull? https://m.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=28 ... alink&_rdr'" Didn't watch the video but Andrew started out at Wests, we should be staying well clear though. His knees are shot by all accounts. David hasn't done much since signing his mega deal at wakey.

Quote ="Riderofthepalehorse"Did I hear right, Fafita to Hull? https://m.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=28 ... alink&_rdr'" Didn't watch the video but Andrew started out at Wests, we should be staying well clear though. His knees are shot by all accounts. David hasn't done much since signing his mega deal at wakey.

For me Lawler is a good player and would be a good addition to the squad but feel priority would be a forward more in the type/size of Taylor/Satae plus some pace on the wing.

Would be using Faraimos quota spot and invest that in the front row.

Poss move Ma'u on too. We've got Lane, Savelio and Cator on the rise, so maybe look at a cheaper back row option. Plus gives us another quote spot.

Jury is still out in Bowden. Needs a big year, but he's picked up that nasty elbow injury.

Siosifa Talakai been offered around according to Matt Shaw

Usually plays back row, but looks big and rough enough to play through the middle. Makes in excess of 100m a match in the NRL, and a good age too.

Wonder if we are still looking at Scott Sorensen too? Only signed a 12 month deal at the panthers, we were heavily linked with him last year in the press.

You beat me too it, watched him the other morning , reminds me a lot of Sam Moa, short stocky but very powerful , I think he d be a good swap for Mau, would offer cover at prop as well as playing second row, hits big too.

Lachlan Croker former halfback who's transitioned into hooker so you'd expect would be very handy in attack, is also another interesting one, as I'd love to see us add an attack minded hooker.

I'd honestly sound Saints out about Dan Norman, needs some game time now is he ever going to get it at Saints? 6ft5 prop aged 23 who must be itching to play

Just had a look and Talakai is contracted until the end of 2023, and only extended in April this year. So it's probably a non starter.

Although with Fitzy taking over at the Sharks next year and looking to reshape the squad maybe he could put in a good word for us

Lawler has gone from hero to zero In about 2 weeks.

Called up for the England knights,,Rovers fans saying he really deserves it, has played great and they need to build a team around him to an average player who isnt really a loss.

He has been great for them for years and loyal as he easily could have left.