I am curious would it be worth snapping Joe Mellor up now as a stand off or seven he would provide some cover and competition even if not first choice - gaskell i agree could be the best option but AFAWK it could be a shot in the dark and not happening. I think maybe Gareth O'Brien (more of a 7 I know but he may be available for a loan) or there was the young 6-7 at catalan who impressed for france end of 2011 but i cant remeber his name.
I would like ideally Sammut but I understand that may be an impossible option and I like Cain but promoting him to first choice 6 with so little experience and nobody ready to help if needed it will be difficult.
Also curious - when the jeffries rumours were rife early on I remember hearing disco was retiring this year?? we have heard no more and I am hopefull he plays on but we will see.