Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 12:53 pm  

I would love to see 'MOZZA' in a Reds shirt.

Even if only one season..

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 12:54 pm  

Not for me either. One thing is for sure if Warrington were to release him it would be because Tony Smith thought he was just about ready for the knackers yard.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 12:58 pm  

No,think the days of us signing injury prone players should be over.
He has missed enough at Warrington with injuries,we need to turn a corner regarding this issue

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 1:11 pm  

I'm gonna play Devil's advocate here...

We all agree that a successful team needs a mix of all age groups. Youthful energy, speed and fitness. Couple that with Experience, knowledge, and being on top of your game. Teams of youngsters while enthusiastic are never going to be competitive.

With this in mind, which positions should your older players play in. Winger? Centre?

The only obvious choice is in the forwards. So why would the fact that Morley is in the twilight of his career be such a massive no-no for some? You could say injuries and recovery, but that applies to all players irrespective.

As for me prsonally, I don't really have any strong views on signing him. if he comes, ok. If not i wont lose any sleep.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 1:20 pm  

Playing aside, is there a more promotable rugby league star, promotable to Salford people and its amateur clubs, than Adrian Morley. Probably not.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 2:27 pm  

I think now is the perfect time to sign Morley. Get him at our club when he's ready to retire, and offer him a contract on the coaching staff... and also as an ambassador for the club.. when his playing career is over.

Yes... he's at the end of his playing days... but Morley has way too much to offer after his time is up for him to be part of the setup at Warrington... He needs to be here... helping his hometown club out. He's a passionate bloke when it comes to RL... He'd be a great asset.

This would be more than a contract to play for me.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 2:42 pm  

LoyalFan wrote:

I think now is the perfect time to sign Morley. Get him at our club when he's ready to retire, and offer him a contract on the coaching staff... and also as an ambassador for the club.. when his playing career is over.

Some ambassador he's not wanted to know us for 17 year.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 3:16 pm  

theredshed wrote:

Some ambassador he's not wanted to know us for 17 year.

To be fair to the guy... he's been out of our league for years. His playing levels have warranted a better salary than we could afford... It's a short career... and I for one don't blame him for a minute.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 3:37 pm  

I'm with LF 100% on this. As a club we've never been in a position to justify Mozza wanting to sign for us. If, over the last 10-15 years we were in a position to challenge for honours I'm sure he'd have been proud to wear the shirt. He's had a great career and IMO is still one of the best front rowers out there and as a Salford lad we should be proud of what he's achieved. If his body is up to it (which only he'll know) let's get him here for next season. We've got bags of potential in our young props and his influence (like Cashmere's) would be invaluable. As long as he doesn't want a fortune bring him "home" & let him lead the club out at Barton. Unlike some players, who would happily steal a living at 34/35 to put food on the table, I'm convinced he'd give nothing more than 110% for the club.

Re: Should we attempt to sign Morley? : Thu Jul 14, 2011 4:16 pm  

LoyalFan wrote:

To be fair to the guy... he's been out of our league for years. His playing levels have warranted a better salary than we could afford... It's a short career... and I for one don't blame him for a minute.

I don't blame him LF he's had a great career in the game and I'm pleased to see a Salford lad do well. I just have a problem with Salford signing big name players that are ready to hang up their boots and are injury prone. I would much rather see the club develop the Adrian Morley's of the future. I understand the argument about having experienced players in the team but personally I think we already have enough old heads in the squad.

Maybe he could offer the club some extra publicity but I doubt the financial effect would come close to covering his big contract?