Ford got injured whilst playing for Oldham, think he isn't far off being fit again, if not already.

Looking the part at the moment need to be careful we dont burn him out tho still a kid

This article from Barker is worthy of note. Could be quite negative for all parties...

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Theo is a fantastic talent and one we need to protect and nurture.The disgusting attack earlier in the season by Bousquet could of really damaged his confidence, but quite the opposite , he appears willing to take the line on and take a battering for the shirt. I admire his talent and determination. I would love to build our future team around him, and hopefully if Ratchford is to ever return home we could have a blend of naturally gifted young players. Theo clearly loves playing for Salford and is the perfect marketing poster boy for our bright future.

I agree. The big problem for me is what the new incoming coach thinks. Noble does not have the best record when it comes to youngsters. I'd hate to think that he'll be pushed to the sidelines indefinitely as a young player in a key role will want to be playing and improving. He doesn't strike me as the kind of lad that dwells on negatives, more the kind of character that will go and prove others wrong, which might serve him well in the not too distant future. The Salford fans have taken him to heart, one look at this thread shows that rarest of things. All of us agreeing.

I just hope that a change of management doesn't mean he'll be pushed to the periphery, isolated, and ultimately wants away.

Not solely aimed at Theo,but all half-backs,I noticed this on the FC Forum the other day.
As it mentions Sean Long and it is an excellent idea thought I would pop it on rlHERErl

Barker and worthy note? really!

Parrish's view isn't one I would take, he wasn't here long enough to make a call.

I can't believe we are passing verdict on players under 21, they have time to develop lets hope we allow it.

Valid point.

Seems a very talented lad but seems to find it tough in defence. Probably due to a lack of protection inside him?

Always tough for any young lad breaking into SL and ideally you need them protecting by a bit of beef in the back row or . Both he and Sneyd look like real prospects for you guys but its a big ask for any side to carry two youngsters in key positions!

3 with Gareth Owen at hooker

There you go then! Obviously Foran has experience but hasn't played 'first grade' in a while and its a new league and team for him to get used too.

No doubt all the youngsters will get great benefit out of all the game time but it will more often than not see results suffer alongside it short term if all thrown in together.