Representative star Josh Addo-Carr has reportedly settled his differences with the Bulldogs after meeting with them on Friday in a meeting.
After reports emerged that there were increasing concerns surrounding his future at the Belmore club,ย Wide World of Sports has reported that the winger now seems certain to stay at the club for the remainder of his contract.
While a fan-favourite, Addo-Carr has reportedly garnered mixed reviews within the Kennel's four walls, with some loving him but others expecting more from him as a senior leader.
It was previously understood by multiple publications that sources close to Addo-Carr believed he wasn't happy with the level of support given to him by the Bulldogs following the Koori Knockout saga.
This saw Addo-Carr meet with Canterbury Bulldogs officials, including Phil Gould, to discuss his future in what was announced as a make-or-break meeting - after several other NRL clubs showed interest in poaching him.
"We had a good chat," Gould told Wide World of Sports.
"Josh has had an eventful couple of weeks. He was most apologetic and keen to redeem himself.
"Pressure and stress can manifest itself in different ways at times.
"He has called [NRLย chief executive] Andrew Abdo and [NRL integrity unit boss] Jason King personally to offer his apologies. We will get him back on track."
It was also reported that the Bulldogs were said to be unhappy with Addo-Carr at the time due to a number of issues away from the NRLย field. For the most part, they are reportedly unhappy with his behaviour at the Koori Knockout and a subsequent post on his social media page.
The talented representative winger shared a photo onย Instagramย with the caption "One struggle, one fight" alongside the Palestine and Aboriginal flags.
โI would like to begin by apologising for any offence I have caused due to my recent social media post,โ Addo-Carr said in a statement.
โAs a proud First Nations man, I saw a message of support against displacement and land rights, and I shared this without full consideration to, or understanding of, the current events happening overseas.
โI recognise that this is a mistake. As soon as it was brought to my attention, I deleted my post and felt remorse.
โHaving gone away and looked at what is happening overseas, it is a complex situation. There are no winners in war and where there is loss of life. The message I thought I was sharing, was a message of respect for all people.
โThis is the message I wish to share now. Respect; respect for each other, and each other's culture.โ
โI recognise that I am a public figure and someone that young kids especially look up to, and I want to do better. I want to be a good role model for them, for the sport and for my culture,โ his statement continued.
โThat's why I would like to own this mistake, and recent actions, express my sincere apologies, and ask that we aim to treat each other with respect.
โAs the situation overseas is ongoing, complex, and emotive, I won't be making any further comments at this time. My thoughts are with anyone affected by the situation.โ
