I hate Union and the RFU with a passion, but who could blame Sam for switching codes if this is true? He would be made financially for life, and would get more sporting kudos in this country than he ever would if he stayed in League. Plus, it will be a lot easier on his body in the long run.

It's a sad state of affairs, but he's got to look after himself and his future.

Think it was something to do with us having first refusal if he comes back to league.

Would have thought that agreement was only with original holding company and became void after first admin. And as others have said think it only covered him coming back to league anyway.

rlhttps://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/salford-bid-sign-burgess-foiled-6716890rl

Could have ended up at Salford by all accounts

I doubt it. If you listen to KooKoo, Salford are in the frame for signing every player who's ever laced up his boots.

He said on Twitter today that Sam was the player that he asked for special dispensation from the salary cap last week. RFL said no, so he couldn't sign him.

As you say the reality may be another story, but at least he gets the fans talking.

God I wish he had picked us as his club to rescue!