Yes it looks like o'brien will be joining us on loan with a view to a longer stay. I did hear that we are trying to get him on a permanent deal for next year replacing wood. But as much as i rate him as a hooker i do not think he would be a good half back and neither is wood so i find this signing a bit strange considering the players we already have who can play 9 basically we need a halfback while Joe is out injured.

Strong rumour that Evalds leaving Cas that would leave them in the market for a fullback - think JWH definitely has the skills to play in superleague- and with Lingard being there now can see it being a possibility. Selfishly would be gutted to see him go as think he's best fullback in the championship- usually rock solid at the back and brilliant linking up in attack. Would think his performance against Saints won't have done him any harm. In 2 minds about Widdop - obviously a class player but it's no good if your biggest earner is going to miss half the season injured - just ask Bradford.

Liam finn for me . Good news ref adam o'Brien

I have heard that cas are interested in both Woody and Walmsley but they are both contracted for us until the end of next season with no super league release clause so if they was to leave some deal would have to be worked out. And grix as had offers to be a assistant at more than one super league club but turned them down because there would not of been a route for him to one day be head coach at these clubs.

It was shrewd business getting our key players tied down till 2024 , I think all our spine players plus walmsey are top end championship players borderline superleague standard, I think Grixs’ situation as well as some of our better players futures depend on the success of this season. If we sort ourselves out and hit some form it’s not inconceivable to be challenging fev in the grand final . I’ve not given up hope yet.

I’m gonna start charging commission.