Ashton's own version of those events is different. He claims he was on sod all money at Wigan but union offered him 140k. He then went back to the Wigan management and offered to renew his contract there for half what union were offering. Wigan refused and off he went. He further claims he was not given the No.1 shirt, he was told in no uncertain terms that he was not in the top 13 or even the 17 or 19 and only in to cover injuries.

That's a bit different than how Eastmond was treated.

Harry Gratton said last night on the SuperLeague show that Saints offered to match £ for £ whatever Bath offered Eastmond.

well if we offered to match bath's offer, then i have more respect for kyle. Yes he'll probably make more ££ if he gets into the england setup, but thatll be a very tough ask for someone of his size and lack of toughness

Would imagine his lack of toughness is a major reason for him moving. In RU, he will touch the ball 3 or 4 times a game, and get tackled once a month. Chances of him hurting his delicate little body will be much reduced, allowing more time to preen himself.

If he gets caught in a ruck he'll never play again, being at the bottom of those is not fun!

It's not just his body, being the smallest player in the Guinness Premiership, I still question his HEART when he gets knocks and the game gets tough!

Then he made his intentions clear, and showed that he does not want to play for our club.

Well in that case, lets give a player who does want to play for us have a chance, and make sure our future is secure.

unfortunately thats not how professional sport works.
Quick question, if Jammer decides on the NRL, should we play him in the reserves?

with great respect - he hasn't signed for Bath with big ambitions for wearing an England shirt - it's a question of dosh - I would have taken the offer of more money like the vast majority of RL fans & players would have done - it's not rocket science
when & whenever he goes he will be replaced - not a great loss in any case IMO

what I care about is what happens on the pitch - as long as he or any other player goes on the pitch in Saints colours I expect him to give 100% for the club & fans.If he's the best man for the job in the coachs' eyes then he has to play,end of.
He did a good job at Perpignan IMO and is worth his place.
I know many players who don't want to be at their respective clubs in SL & below but it's their job,they either do it or get replaced.Remember,they are professionals !
If Kyle is attracted by more money like most normal human beings then good luck to him.
He's not a big loss IMO cos' I think he would have been a regular sick-note - good luck to him wherever he plays tho' I get the impression he won't last long at Bath.

but it has been stated Saints offered to match anything Bath offered

Do you really believe that?

exactly,well said that man !





quote - Saint Simon "but it has been stated Saints offered to match anything Bath offered" unquote

You cannot be serious man ! - wouldn't this have drastically exceeded the salary cap ? or is there a way round this sort of thing ?

Its entirely possible, but i personally dont think Kyle was worthy of becoming one of our top earners YET , Jammer and Roby definitely are and could easily be on £200k plus if Saints wanted

Yes.

Saints did offer the same as Bath

Stick him the reserves then, and give someone a chance who wants to be here.

That's not what Royce Simmons said on Radio Manchester last week.

Better hope Pryce signs a new contract soon then, or we could have him, Kyle and Graham in the reserves soon.

Anyone else out of contract that we can drop while we're at it?

Royce can barely speak properly, I doubt he can add up.

to the possible/probable detriment of the teams performances & results ? are you serious ?

Tony P, get him there too! Tell you what though, we'll walk the reserve comp this year though

Tis true.

Any particular reason my post was deleted?

What did it say?

Ha ha scratch that i posted it in contracts not here.. Sorry mods