Anyway, I'd have thought Leeds would need him more badly than we do.

Yes I would have him i agree totally with Vasty, The lad as had problems with depression and I know what that is like the one person who could get him right is not coming until end of the year but he is worth a shot.

Even at this stage couldn't we get JK's opinion regarding the possible signing of Chase
Or even be a part of the negotiating process
Don't believe that would be a conflict of interests to Batley

Not what I meant. I don't expect the club to even attempt that it's not our job, that can only be done by the lad himself. However some times some players just fit some clubs, I personally think it worth the risk. At the end of the day with a pay as you play deal not much can't be fixed if it goes wrong.

Rugby League is not the real world and in a way you're looking for people with freakish ability and on occasions those people are sometimes freaks themselves - it's what makes them able to do what they do. Maybe it's just me but after thirty years of just getting by I'm up for a gamble and to dream a bit.

Sport is all about dreams, so as a fan you can imagine great things even at Wakefield. Imagine a Wakefield where an injured Finn or an out of sorts Moore or Miller can be replaced by a rejuvinated Chase (even if only 80% the player he was) allowing us to push on to top six and a trip to Wembley. It might not work that way but then again it just might, fate sometimes favours the brave.

I can only talk for myself but on this one I'd go with it and happily take the risk and dam the consequences.

If Chase even hinted that he might want to come to Wakefield, do you people really think Chester and Carter wouldn't be going all out to get his signature ?

If the finances are there to fund it and he wanted to come, trust me, we are not in a position to turn that gift horse down if we are serious about staying in the top 8.
More injuries are inevitable; and to pivotal positions if someone like Chase is willing to come to Belle Vue......Bring it on !!!

Possibly so, but there are a lot of ifs in there.
He's not worth breaking the bank for imho.

Of course he'd be good. He is quality. But that isn't all that we are interested in.

Surprised that Leeds aren't having a pop.
They are desperately short of anything creative and they have plenty of cash, (if required) to take a punt on someone like Chase.
Also, they have some experience in dealing with players that have wandered from the straight and narrow.

I see 2 possible outcomes if we were to sign him; 1, he comes with his head screwed on and turns out to be a revelation or 2, we end up with another Tim Smith/Kevin Locke episode.

will always be grateful of chase for dropping the ball and allowing Ali to run through and liam kay to score in the last minute

I amwith Vasty on this .Short contract or pay as you play and see how it goes. Worth a gamble.

The lads got talent to burn, he also seems to have a massive problem . If and only if he could arrive on a short contract I would say why not. Not sure how the rest of the squad would react and with player power more prominent in todays game it could result in ill feeling in a squad with loads of team spirit.
One things for sure we have been looking for half back cover for most of the season and a focused Rangi would certainly push for selection.
Im sure the club will be aware of the Rangi situation and make an evaluation . Not many options are available to Rangi just who has a place begging without having to ship a player out and just who might take the gamble.

I'd give him a contract for a month if possible, with the possibility of his contract being extended til the end of the season. His Mrs is from Castleford and I doubt Castleford would actually have him back and maybe if he comes here proves to us and mostly importantly himself in training, acting professionally and with maturity him being told that he will get his chance eventually as well as him having no pressure may get the best out of him. He is definitely a good player and can cover all pivotal postions 6,7,9 and even 1.
He is a class act but I suspect he may be having a break from the game to get himself together - hopefully he isn't suffering from mental illness again and gets through this tough time.

Has RC severed all ties with his current club? If not why not try and get him on loan, a month initially which could be extended if he is 'ok' on and off the field, if not, send him back on the next available bike! We could also make a (small) contribution to his wages for taking him off his parent club's hands.

Not wishing to be too contrary but, surely the guy will get a better offer than "pay as you play" from elsewhere ?
Everyone knows that he has talent and issues in equal measure but, there will be a club out there that gives him a 12 month contract or maybe a return down under.
I cant envisage him going anywhere to get paid match by match ?

The other and perhaps main issue for any club taking him, is the effect that he would have n the rest of the squad.
This bloke could completely unsettle the whole squad and if that were to happen, it's not even worth having him for nowt.

Understand he had a bust up with Lee Smith, that doesn`t make him a bad lad.