From Adrian Proszemo at the Sydmey Morning Herald
Josh Addo-Carr’s management has pleaded with Parramatta not to terminate the winger’s contract after another alleged drugs drama, declaring the Kangaroos representative is prepared to do whatever is required to earn back the trust of those around him.
Addo-Carr’s career is again in the balance after he allegedly returned a positive indication for cocaine after being stopped for random testing on Enmore Road, Newtown on Friday night. A saliva sample was sent for further testing.
The premiership-winning winger had his Canterbury contract torn up after providing a positive roadside test while employed by the Bulldogs in 2024.
“Josh is not perfect, and he has made mistakes,” his management firm, Crown Sports International, said in a statement.
“We also know how much Josh loves the Parramatta Eels. He greatly values his relationship with head coach Jason Ryles, his teammates and everyone at the club. Josh would love nothing more than to continue his recovery, earn back the trust of those around him and have the opportunity to play for Parramatta again next season.”
The Eels threw Addo-Carr a lifeline after his axing by the Bulldogs, and he ultimately earned a contract renewal. While he is contracted until the end of 2027, it remains to be seen whether he will be able to add to the 224 games and 167 tries he has notched in the NRL.
“But those mistakes should not erase the years he has spent giving his time to children and communities, proudly representing his culture, and bringing excitement and new supporters to rugby league. His contribution to the community and the game is genuine, substantial and worthy of recognition.
“Josh is currently in great hands and receiving professional care and support at the rehabilitation centre. His health, wellbeing and recovery remain the immediate priority.
The 31-year-old was selected in the Kangaroos train-on squad for the Rugby League World Cup, but it’s unclear if and when he will play professionally again.
It’s not known whether Addo-Carr intends to wait until the second sample comes back from police testing before seeking to clarify his future with the Eels.
Parramatta released Zac Lomax at the end of last season, and the club could be without another representative-class winger should this latest incident spell the end of Addo-Carr’s NRL career.
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Seem's that he did not have any sophisticated legal support first time round with the dogs..... first thing i said is get a top Barrister to see what holes he can find in the arrest and test process.
You would think his manager would be on to this.
I don't think they should sack him. If he did it during the season, then yes. I think it was a good excuse to cut him at the Dogs to free up his salary, not because of any high moral ground.
Really up to the NRL and any suspension they hand down, and what Ryles and the new CEO think.
What the NRL decides could force the hand of the new CEO.
They are not sure if JAC will wait til his 2nd sample before clarifying his future. Well I mean Parra are in a tough spot as if they sack him and it returns negative, that is a bad look. So we won't be doing anything til that 2nd sample is back. Even though it is like 5-10% chance that the 2nd sample is different.
If they plan on keeping ado Carr I'd be signing Sloan to start the season as cover. We can't enter the season with no backup on wings. Let's see how it plays out I guess
They should be signing Sloan either way, we need backs and we currently don't even have a back up fullback with Joash leaving who is first grade ready.
Agree and his best footy is ahead of him, be a smart signing
On that basis you may as well get Sloan as well, he will be the only player to drop kick a 43m field goal in the club LOL
Actually we need another winger regardless, especially for the first 12 weeks.
Sloan could very well start the whole year anyway. Sloan makes sense since he can play Fullback.
sign him either way if the price is right as depth is an issue at fullback and wing
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