Holdsworth's a decent player though, and his experience is more crucial to Salford at present I think. Also, most half backs are defensively suspect when they first emerge, he may yet improve that area of his game. The most important thing is whether or not he has the raw attributes necessary, the rest can potentially be taught. I'm not saying he's the real deal or anything, just worth keeping an eye on.

the Salford fans are saying ratchford will be played at fb next season, with smith set to follow holdsworth in signing a new deal.

Richard Horne is the answer at 6 providing he can get fit imo.

I'd take Ratchford happily. Horne needs to prove himself for the rest of this season. He needs a run in the side to prove he has the ability and that he is not too injury prone for the salary that he currently commands.

Large chunk of Hornes salary isnt on the cap now he's been here 10 years.

This season yes, but it reverts back to full salary next season doesn't it?

No it's permanent. As long as Horne stays he will have a chunk not count on the cap. I believe there is a max limit though so you cant benefit massively from having 5 long servants for example.

Ah, interesting. Though I hope that doesn't become the only reason he stays at the club. We need the old Richard Horne back, not a cut-price Richard Horne.

it's only 50k and a max of 50% off one player.

But it still means Horne is only taking away50k off the cap( if he's on 100k)

Knew it was something like that.

Up to a maximum of 50k though IIRC
Sheldon beat me to it

Won't Yeamo be eligible for that shortly as well?

Is Finch still on the look out for a SL club. Would be go well with Long. But is Houghton ready to be our no1 hooker?

do you know something I don't about berrigan?