Oh no, a clone of one of the best hookers in the league, what a shame for us

Not so much in terms of takent Paul. But i think it let's Wigan strengthen a bit more across the board with the cap money that would be freed up.

In this weeks Observer it states that contrary to rumours Salford's Stefan =#FF0000Marsh will not be joining Wigan. Now ignoring the obvious and frequent typo in the press this seems to put an end to this one.

Also in the MEN it says Salford are keen to tie Rathford down [urlhttp://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/sport/rugby_league/s/1420083_salford-reds-keen-for-stefan-ratchford-stay?rss=yes&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+RugbyLeague-Sport-ManchesterEveningNews-RssFeed+%28Rugby+league+-+Sport+-+Manchester+Evening+News+-+RSS+Feed%29[/url

Also Tommy has denied reports he is off to the NRL next year.

So why would we need another half back with Mellor waiting in the wings?

Thank god he has decided that he wont be coming to wigan,
not good enough in my book

That article says nothing about him deciding against a move to Wigan or Wire and I think the piece in the observer says it's Wigan that don't want him and not the other way round so we'll just have to wait and see.

I'd be happy with the signing but agree with the person who said previously I won't lose any sleep if we don't get him.

People on here want to see local talent, born and bred Wiganers in the team, and Ratchford falls into that category. Madge moved Joel into the centres, and Sam to FB, he's getting more out of Preckie and Mossop, he's got Finch improving, so who can say Ratchford won't improve or find a position where he can excel and fit into the squad? He's got experience at 6 and in the centres, has good hands, tackles above his weight, and also has a kicking game.