If only we had an absolutely rapid young lad at the club who was a great support runner and had proved he could score a load of tries when he makes the team, we can only dream......... Oh wait.

He’s on enough money to be put as a marquee if required anyhow.

Roosters wouldn’t have the cap space and already have two good young hookers.

Don't forget Clarke left Castleford, when Powell was there, for one or both of 2 reasons. More money, more success. I don't see anything different with this situation. I do think there would be some sort of fee though.

He was sold because they were desperate for the cash and were on the verge of going tits up

I've got no problem with Clark going for some sort of compensation, if that's really what he and his family want for a few years. However, he'd do well to listen to Widdop's advice on the matter... this COVID business is around for a good while yet, even longer in Australia where the policy is closed borders instead of rapid vaccination. If his wife and baby don't settle or can't accept a couple of years without seeing family, then he could end up stuck on his own, unhappy in poor form and no access to his child. Hope he doesn't make a rash decision based on £££.

Of course, Widdop seems to be on the up now thankfully. Must have been tough though.

I'd be happy for him to go and test it in the NRL if he wanted as he's more than earned that right. But i'd be absolutely gutted if he goes, as who the hell would we bring in as a replacement?? Danny Walker is a decent interchange hooker but he's not in the same class as Clark yet. Powell will have a lot of money to play with when he comes though as i'd say for definate, Widdop, J.clark, Inglis (obviously) are leaving.
Possibly Daryl Clark, Austin, Hill, Charnley, Lineham etc so he'll have money to hooefully recruit with and it's potentially a big turnover in players which isn't always a good thing.

Rumour not going away. Apparently signed for Gold Coast now. Anyone else read/heard confirmation?

Where you reading this, I’ve looked at NRL news and The Mole and I’ve not seen anything mentioned. I’d be very disappointed if he does go.

Rugby League ITK on twitter

All those in the know media sources told us Wane or McDermott were the next Warrington coach. When the news breaks we'll know what is true.

I do think we can easily match Gold Coast's financial offer using Austin's marquee spot; It's just a case of whether Clark wants to test himself irrespective of the money, and whether he thinks his wife and young baby can adjust.

Some players have been great to our club and we can be supportive. Clark is one of those players. He owes us nothing. I’d love him to stay, likewise I would love our club to cut short his contract and assist him and his family should he wish to leave for a new challenge. I’m happy for him either way.

Agreed duckie, he'd be very, very hard to replace though.

As most have said, I'd be gutted if he left but if he does decide to go then good luck to him and his family.
In 'normal times' if it's a big money offer that we can't match, it makes sense to try to secure his financial future and gives him the chance to show just how good he is on the toughest comp.
In 'Covid' times, it's a bit more complicated. (Widdop scenario).

Just hope if he goes that we get first option if he comes back.

No surprise really but for me irreplaceable.Will be big loss to this team.