I admit I thought he was older and I would be happy if he signed, but even so, it's still a gamble based on his injury record. I think the 2nd year for Ali is a bit of a gamble as well. Apart from his latest absence we have been fairly lucky with him. My concern would be that both, I would imagine would be in the top earner bracket for us and we more than most need our big players on the park on a regular basis.
If he was coming this year I would be very happy but given the choice for next I'd prefer Elima or/and Watts from HKR.

Even if Chase contract is worth 600k if Chase is unhappy and wants out and they can't agree a fee doesn't the RFL then decide how much he goes for. If so not sure that at would be anywhere near that amount.

Elima won't be coming, on mega money at Bulls and to be honest although he is a decent player he's not what I would be breaking the bank for, O'Meley will be on good money but I very much doubt it willbe mega so to speak. Re Watts heard a little whisper he's keen to come on loan this season and that we're interested in taking him but KR aren't playing ball at the moment.

Wondered how long it'd take you to rubbish John (our leading points scorer!)Have to agree about elima though cracking player and he'd be a big hit with the fans

That will work he'll see you in court and win the day.

I would not right him off just yet, its been a gamble and a big ask for him but give him some more time.