We would all like signings, but they must be the right players. No use in bringing in a player for the sake of it. Whoever we do sign must be able to push for a place in the starting 17 to warrant it.
I believe the board would back DR, if the right player became available and the player was affordable.
As for DR connections, I am sure he could bring in a number of under-21s, but that is not what we want or need. As detailed above whoever we bring in must be able to contribute in the starting 17.
With the season being so close, a lot of Super League clubs are holding onto their players to ensure that they have the right squad to start the season, however a couple of months in - some players might be made available.
So if we don't manage to sign the right player before the start of the season, maybe we can pick someone up mid-season by having the money available.
Regarding Tandy, if he is available and wants to come back, I believe DR & the board should sit down and talk with his agent to try and get him back. He would give the team that extra go forward needed. Yes we do have a number of Props on the books, but at the moment I would rate only Trindall, Fats & Jacko as good enough to start. Baynes still needs to prove himself and is forever injured, Hill is good but perhaps better as a Rep at Second Row and Teare is still unproven.
Tandy, Trindall, Fats & Jacko would make an excellant 4 props in the 17, to ensure that there is no let up when the Reps are on the field.
Also if injuries hit us again this season, Tandy is more than capable of playing Second Row.
