Parramatta have reportedly told halfback Chris Sandow that he can leave immediately if he can find another NRL club.
The development, reported by Fairfax Media on Thursday night, comes after Sandow criticised coach Brad Arthur on Wednesday at a club event.
“If he lets me play how I want to play, we’ll win more games,” Sandow said.
“What got me into the NRL is my own style of footy … it’s the NRL, I should be adapting to his style of footy, but everyone doesn’t come to see me play structured footy.”
The Eels were already unlikely to re-sign Sandow when his contract expires, as he has been in and out of first grade since moving from South Sydney as a big-money signing in 2012, having struggled with a weight problem and gambling issues.
The Gold Coast shape as his most likely option in the NRL, with the Titans looking for a halfback following Daly Cherry-Evans’ decision last week to remain at Manly.
parra
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I agree 100% arthur is not up to the job. Last year losing the final two games of the year to miss the finals and this year last place so far has shown to everyone his coaching credentials. Compare henry at the titans who is doing a wonderful job under more challenging circumstances. Without sandow the team wins less. Hes great to watch and with a good coach could improve still further. I also disagree with the foran signing and choc who appears past his prime. Why not promote players from junior system? Not sure if arthur knows how to do this. Replace him now and save the season.
up in the north
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I watched that game twice, the second time I was specifically looking for what caused the Eels wheels to fall off and couldn't pin it down. It seemed to be that the Cowbies just went to another gear and Parra couldn't match it. I like Arthur and hope he gets more time to sort the joint out. It might be a cliche but strong clubs make for a better competition all round.
steveng
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The only one that should go from Parra is Arthur. Sandow is being used as a scapegoat and there are deeper troubles at Parra then Sandow. The game against the Cowboys proves how weak the coaching bench is at Parra.
up in the north
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Poor old Chrissy is damn near unemployable now days. Shame really, he's great to watch. I can't see the king henry getting the best out of him unfortunately. It's a pity the structured robotic style of play is more favored over the old school spontaneous throw caution to the wind style.
up up cronulla
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Come to sharks as flanno doesnt have game plan and you can play how you want!