Quote: Boss Hog "Not a starting 13 player for 2023, if all personnel are available, but can cover the Centre, Halfback, Fullback and Hooker positions as required when other players have injuries.
As a substitute he can cover the above positions as necessary, as well as giving the starting Number 9 a breather too
So for me Ratchford could be kept as a squad player, but whether he would stay. depends on offers he gets from other clubs'"
This is a tricky one and I am glad I am not making this call. I don't think it is a clear cut as some think as Ratchford has always been first choice. I like Thewlis & Ratchford. Both make mistakes (as a full backs do). Obviously Thewlis has excelled recently ... but like everyone else didn't do so well last game. It would be brave to say that's it he's going to get the No.1 shirt if you have to decide today.
It will come down to money and the decision of the men who watch every move they make on the field (much more than us) and in game related training situations.