Good point.

Cuthbo has a British passport I think. So he doesnt count on OQ. Only NFT.

I believe with Tui and Parcell gone and Lui arriving we currently have 3 OQ and 6 NFT. So that leaves one spot for an OQ NFT player.

That is correct. Cuthbertson, Peteru and Hurrell only count as NFT.

Isn't Peteru OQ and NFT because he was born in NZ so that means we only have one OQ spot and NFT spot left

OQ
Merrin
Peteru
Seamanufagai
Lui

NFT
Hurrell
Cuthbertson
Merrin
Peteru
Seamanufagai


Albert doesn't count as either this season.

His parents are from Samoa and Cook Islands so he has a passport from a kolpak nation, meaning only NFT.

So Was Lolohea OQ and NFT or just NFT because he was born in NZ but could represent Tonga were any of his parents Tongan or did he qualify through Tonga through grandparents ?

Back on Topic for a moment Ian Watson`s thoughts :--

`“I do feel saddened by him leaving us here at the club, but he will do well over at Leeds and he’s doing what’s best for his family. I wish him and his family all the best and happiness in the future.”

Those among you who had a go over the last few days should note this comment - he is a very, very good player. Up to Myler now to deliver a service.

Jackson Hastings on Lui

"Rugby League man. What a crazy game, Owe a lot to this guy honestly helped me more then he’d even know. So naturally gifted it’s not even funny, All the best to you and your family brother it’s been an absolute pleasure! I’d say Salford’s best ever. "

I think people are maybe underestimating Lui, I hope so anyway

very good defender according to Salford fans

Don't suppose he added "In fact I'm so keen to continue to learn from him and play with him that I'm going to commit my future to Leeds without an NRL get out clause"?

No but plenty of needy Leeds fans asking him to on SM!
There is still a chance but Leeds are going to have to pull their socks up and fight out of the relegation zone first, that's the reality.
We do that, we suddenly become a very desirable place for players to come with our stadium, fan base and talent coming through the juniors.

He's being underestimated because he plays for Salford and like it or loathe it fans of the big 4 inherently look down on us. Lui is a cracking player and one of the best defensive halves in the league for me.

As for Hastings, I'm not sure he'd sign for Leeds. He's openly stated his desire to go back to the NRL after next season so (unless you offer him stupid money) I can only see him moving elsewhere in SL for a genuine chance of silverware. With all due respect Leeds ain't gonna be challenging for silverware next year (unless you count the Championship shield as silverware? ).

If anywhere it'll be Wigan but I hope he sees the potential in the squad Watson is pulling together for next season and gives us another year. Despite our $hit crowds etc he has a genuine affinity with the Salford fans as well not forgetting living and playing alongside his best mate Joey Lussick.

I would take the comment from Salford fans about Lui a good defender with a pinch of salt. We have seen plenty of matches with him, and I would say he is a very long way from being a good defender. Infact I would not be surprised in the slightest if his stats were not much different to someone like Myler from a defensive point of view. Of course in the large half backs are your weakest link in the defensive line, and hence why they are pushed out wide, and why the oppossition run at them often to tire them out.

I am not saying that makes the signing any less or more worthwhile, but I doubt you will see a good defender in that shirt from Lui.