Still a prop and a half back to come with a bit of luck, so who the 5 are is open to debate.

does anybody have a definitive view of where we stand with Tongia? I've heard he is coming back, he isn't, he is waiting for a visa, he has signed but now we don't want him. Any update on that?

visa issues, same as isaac john. same bloke does the paperwork as when crafty ted was in town.

One of those has already signed. Just awaiting it to be announced.

I'm lead to believe there is a couple of 'done deals' that are just in need of being made public. Don't really understand the reasoning in holding them back, any ideas? Would have thought it best to get them out there to boost season ticket sales etc. Be nice to have as much confirmed in then next fortnight before pre-season training starts.

That's what I've been told too. Not sure why there holding them back. My best guess would be to keep fans interested for longer during the off season.