Another day, another rugby league story breaks and sends social media into chaos.
Manly's supposed $800,000 man, Josh Schuster, is set to go on the move after being told by the Sea Eagles that he can explore other opportunities.
Much has been made about the size of his contract, and believe me, it will come up in the below, and I believe this has had a hugely negative bearing on his performances since.
Let's remember, prior to heading to the comments section, that this is a 22-year-old kid with 50 NRL games to his name. The contract was Manly's error, not Schuster's.
We're talking about a former NSW Under 18 captain in a side that also includes Bradman Best, Will Penisini,ย and Sione Fainu.
With that said, below are five potential landing spots for the talented second rower turn five-eighth:
4. Gold Coast Titans
This almost wholly hinges on David Fifita's decision come Round 10.
If Fifita leaves the club, and right now, I'd say it's about a 50/50 chance of happening, then Des Hasler needs an immediate reply.
Who better to turn to than someone Hasler is familiar with in the soon-to-be former Eagle, Schuster?
It has to be mentioned here that Schuster was one of the seven who refused to wear the Pride jersey in the past. Des Hasler copped a lot of slack for that. Surely the time has healed any potential wound, though?
Let's be clear here, though. If Fifita stays at the Titans, then there's no link here.
The Titans don't need another forward on ridiculous money.
If Fifita leaves, though, Schuster will be replaced at a big discount. That money can be spent elsewhere.
If I'm a Titans fan, I'm loathe to lose Fifita, but I'd also have to admit there are major issues that need attention.
Schuster's arrival would soften the blow and allow them to re-shape a horribly unbalanced squad.