I agree with a lot of that and it makes sense but on todays showing he’s been almost equal to a NZ pack so I do think he is probably better than what we can find over here in the uk. It might not hurt to have some conversations though to see if it’s an option.

So far I’ve seen Kalanche and Nakubawaii have good games as props who are certainly worth a look.

Agree about Wakeham. I felt that Smith could probably offer similar to him at this stage. I’m also quietly optimistic about the Smith signing. Looks to have a real good short kicking game which we’ve always lacked.

As for Arona, he was looking good end of 2022. I would be ok with another year if he feels up for it.

Rumours on the Wigan fans boards that Patrick Mago maybe heading your way.
Anything on this from your end?

Not heard anything so appears to be coming from Wigan fans.

He looks a handful and a strong runner but I’ve only seen him twice. Has he been good for Wigan this year?

Can only think Wigan have their eye on another quota player if true.

Mago and Kalanche/Nakubawaii should sort out props. Seriously though at least there appears to be a fair few prop options emerging from this World Cup.

Send Miski too

Because 5 wingers isn’t enough already

Mago would provide the bums on seats fan favourite type impact that we had with Fafita. Seems durable too doesn’t miss many games, however doesn’t play big minutes.

He’s pretty much the definition of an impact forward who is rarely put to ground and has a good offload.

Strong rumours that Wigan are trying to make s move for Luke Thompson and I’m thinking the only way they let Mago go is if they have him or another replacement lined up for him.

I thought the same about Wakeham, but he did have a couple of good moments I thought. He was up against Cameron Munster however, at the top of his game.

I am quietly confident that Smith will go well for us, though I wouldn't be surprised if we are looking to bring in another pivot, if not for the start of the season, maybe midway through the season

https://www.seriousaboutrl.com/former-w ... lub-60557/ Worth a punt?

https://www.seriousaboutrl.com/former-w ... lub-60557/ Worth a punt?

Agreed and it’s a real shame but he just isn’t up to it anymore. His body is failing him.

We have spent too long over the recent past with significant cap spend sat in the stands and that is something we cannot afford to do going forward particularly next season.

Frustrating to think of the props we could have if things had worked out internationally in the current World Cup. 3 x Burgess brothers and Walmsley would have been a handful for anyone.

To be honest I think out front row options are on par with any other team anyway. But certainly get your point.

There are two so far for me… Nathan Brown who’s been out of favour with Parramatta… his recall to the GF team was a big surprise .. he almost carried the Italian team single handedly against Scotland

and the player we were linked with but he went to the wrong team and struggled under Daryl Powell… Billy Magoulias who was mr perpetual motion tonight for Greece..

Both are pack leaders with great hands and versatility.

We’ve been strongly linked to Taylor from Salford, don’t think you would need both him and Magoulias but if we haven’t managed to get Taylor Magoulias would be a good shout.

I don’t think you can judge anyone at Wire on last seasons farce for them apart from Powell himself.

You only have to look at Williams. Looked shot to pieces at Warrington but looked like a real international on Saturday.