In what could be a positive in the chase for Bradman Best is Newcastle coach, Justin Holbrook, admitting though it would be nice to keep Best, the cap is already worn thin as it is. Best is currently on $700k, he would be looking at $800k+. With Fletcher Hunt and Dom Young off-contract at the same time, and Toby Winters coming through as a possible Centre, Best becomes less of a priority as Newcastle look to balance out their roster. With Ponga and Brown commanding roughly $2.6mil between them, forking out $800k plus for a Centre might just be too rich when they are in need of another middle.
It wont happen, but if i was Parra and we landed Best for 2028, i would offer up Moretti since Newcastle went for him to start this year, and offer to take Best's full deal in 2027 to get him immediately. Frees up space for Newcastle to play with as they extend their talent. Again, if we do end up signing Best, i doubt Newcastle let him go early, just a thought.
But overall, this admission from Holbrook is realistic and a positive in our pursuit of Best. Does it mean he leaves 100% guarenteed? Of course not, but it helps.
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Doh!
You don't draw the line....you go in with an open mind and adjust to the situation! if paying the extra 25/50 rather than being rigid.....if he wants 200 more you will probably say no, but if you lost your 3 previous bids you just bend more than you expected too.
You answered it yourself, if he wants 25/50k more you do it, once it goes beyond that you hold firm.
I just don't think Best with his injury history, which is bad, is the right player to go all in on.
True this. Has only played over 18 games in a season on one occasion.
He would be a handy, and welcomed inclusion but can not go too far overs for him.
We need this guy in Eels colours. Having a great game!!
Yes fabulous game from him. Sharpe was absolutely outstanding!
id be surprised if they let Best go tho.
Holbrook should be ecstatic as Newc's were great but holy shit warriors have got some absolutely filthy calls!!!!
Holbrook should get coach of the year.
I thought the Knights first try was 50 50, man they have let go worst.
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