The more I think about it, £660k is a massive amount to risk for a player with John's recent injury problems and age. If he plays plenty of games then it will be a great signing for FC, but I'm happy that Leigh aren't exposed to this level of risk.

Good luck John and thank you for these last three seasons. You've been immense and you all brought me to tears of blissful joy at Wembley. You may forever be my favourite ever Leigh player.

Bongser defers to both your ken and research, Sep, but recalls Marwan buying a flashy car for one of his (then) Salford players. Found to be in breach of cap, Salford were given a dock of six points - suspended until a time of the RFL's choosing!! They hated Marwan - and later adopted his idea (pooh-poohed at the time) of allowing Marquee Players!

I’ve heard Asiata has looked into backing out of his Hull deal, whether it goes any further or not remains to be seen. Unhappy with the way Hull have handled things and a change of heart with Lam signing a long term deal with Leigh.

Asiata is truly top class but he hasn't played regularly since the cup final last year. I think its time for him to move on.
Trout is learning quickly about go forward and ruck speed and i think will become a monster next season. We will miss his ball playing skills but they are replaceable. I think i would rather have the cap space and quota spot at this time.
Asiata has been immense and i will never forget his contribution to the semi final against St Helens but it just feels like time.

John Cartwright announced over here as Hulls new coach on a three year deal.