Terrell May approached to leave

[roosterchook]

This rubbish needs to stop.
Terrell didn't seek a release and he is devastated that the club doesn't want him.
He was shocked when Robbo rang him. He is allowed to leave, doesn't mean he is going to leave.

It's another dopey decision by the club who again didn't read the room.
First we had the decision to let Angus go and sign Fafita.
Now this, Yes, Terrell is different and I can understand how old people wouldn't like him, but the players love him.

He’s admitted publicly that the main reason he plays the game is to assist his family financially so with November coming up I think he’s quite happy if he gets picked up by a club for much more money. So to do that he needed a release. I can’t see how he’ll be devastated if he gets much more at another club.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/ter...11-p5k9mg.html

[Chook2]

He’s admitted publicly that the main reason he plays the game is to assist his family financially so with November coming up I think he’s quite happy if he gets picked up by a club for much more money. So to do that he needed a release. I can’t see how he’ll be devastated if he gets much more at another club.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/ter...11-p5k9mg.html

Name one player who isn’t playing for financial benefits? Yes some love the club etc but there is very little club loyalty now as it’s become a business for the player and the agent to get as much $ as they can in a short career
aubo / cords and friend all got paid - they didn’t play for free
people will stay at clubs like the roosters for less money for premierships etc as long as their pay is close to what they could get

[ism22]

Name one player who isn’t playing for financial benefits? Yes some love the club etc but there is very little club loyalty now as it’s become a business for the player and the agent to get as much $ as they can in a short career
aubo / cords and friend all got paid - they didn’t play for free
people will stay at clubs like the roosters for less money for premierships etc as long as their pay is close to what they could get

IMO it's an important part of his story that he's from a houso and has used this as a rags to riches opportunity.

I'm no professional but I put a comparable amount of training into my marathons (will train every day with 3 runs a week that stretch more than 20km... I dare say there's a heap of NRL players who put less effort into their physical conditioning).

Anyhow my point is that it gets tiring!!! I love my running but when you are training every day and aiming towards goals that stretch well beyond what social athletes will ever achieve, you definitely have days where you wake-up thinking 'I don't wanna do this but I'll force myself because I want the end goal'. You've then gotta dig deep because running 34km at a solid pace when it's all alone (no social aspect), raining, -2'C and you have a busy day ahead is well... sometimes as much of a mental game than it is a physical game.

IMO he's just telling it as it is. Also it's a professional mindset that you'll put your head down and just do it because you value your job. I mean as much as I'm a lawyer because I like the work... who woulda thought that I'm doing it to earn money for my family? Outrageous!!! :P

[roosterproud]

the pressure is on Terrell may to now help his parent but also now his two brothers financially. Is it possible that Terrell has hit the club up for more money next year( like a stepped contract increase) and the club has said "sorry mate moneys tight." So instead of fighting and back and forwarding, they came to an agreement to go chase the big coin by testing the market. As a worst case scenario for Terrell he doesn't get picked up , he stays. Best case is he gets way more from a non grand final bound team. As a club i guess you would look just not at the players attributes and abilities but also family situation. This would include the two brothers law issues and the career start Terrell had. If i remember correctly he didn't peruse league as a career as he didn't have the commitment for the game, kind of like a second option. Personally a big loss but there is a reason. Is it Ben hunt or bigger.

[The Marshall]

Angus Creighton is our enemy????

I thought it was Ronald McDonald

[On the Nose]

This rubbish needs to stop.
Terrell didn't seek a release and he is devastated that the club doesn't want him.
He was shocked when Robbo rang him. He is allowed to leave, doesn't mean he is going to leave.

It's another dopey decision by the club who again didn't read the room.
First we had the decision to let Angus go and sign Fafita.
Now this, Yes, Terrell is different and I can understand how old people wouldn't like him, but the players love him.

Worth reposting in case anyone missed it.

[BTRD]

Shouldn't the club come out and put ' clarification ' to the story ?

[milanja]

Shouldn't the club come out and put ' clarification ' to the story ?

They probably dont want to say anything because it may make them look incompetent.

Only say something if you come out of it smelling like roses.

[Jacks Fur Coat]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but reports today say Terrell is seeking cease and desist actions against online accounts making accusations against him. I'm sure someone can post the full article. Be careful.

[Inflictor]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but reports today say Terrell is seeking cease and desist actions against online accounts making accusations against him. I'm sure someone can post the full article. Be careful.

Good on him. It fooled a few in here as did the story about Gussy last year.
Amazing how gullible some are if they read something on social media.

[King Salvo]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but reports today say Terrell is seeking cease and desist actions against online accounts making accusations against him. I'm sure someone can post the full article. Be careful.

Here it is JFC

Terrell May prepares to take legal action against online fan groups

Sydney Roosters star Terrell May is preparing to launch legal action against online fan groups spreading ‘damaging’ rumours in the wake of the shock revelation that he is unwanted at the Bondi club.

This masthead understands that Terrell’s manager David Rawlings and his lawyers have issued three cease and desist notices to popular Facebook supporter groups in recent days.

May’s team is preparing to take further legal action against at least one of the NRL fan pages on social media.

May was sensationally tapped on the shoulder last week by the Roosters, telling the 25-year-old he is free to explore the open market about an immediate move away from Bondi just six months after he agreed to a two-year extension.

The shock development sent the rumour mill into overdrive, creating speculation that coach Trent Robinson’s willingness to offload May had to do with off-field issues rather than a desire to reshape his roster.

One rumour falsely implicated May’s teammate and his partner.

Rawlings told this masthead that May is prepared to hold online trolls to account.

“The business transactions of rugby league often end up in the public domain, and of course where there is limited information on hand it’s natural to speculate,” Rawlings said.

“However, when speculation becomes reputable and personally damaging – we won’t tolerate it.

In September an NRL player poll survey by News Corp Australia, in partnership with the RLPA, revealed around 14 per cent of players still face either racial or targeted abuse.

May is currently touring England with the Samoan side but is expected back in Australia on Wednesday. Rawlings and May will meet later this week to discuss his options on the open market.

May won’t be short of options in trying to find a new home with three Sydney clubs already reaching out to his manager to express interest in his service for 2025 and beyond.

Clubs like the Wests Tigers, Canterbury and St George Illawarra are among the clubs in the market for a middle forward.

Newcastle is shaping as an option for May if the Knights fail to lock-in forward Leo Thompson, who is one of the most sought after free agents on the market.

[Qld Chook]

I don’t know anyone who could possibly have heard any of Mays interviews and not understand the connection between the reasoning supposedly given for his off loading.
Makes sense to me.
He has natural ability and a work ethic driven by money not the desire to win at all costs.. which is ok, but obviously not enough for what the management wants.
We don’t know the little things that go on behind closed doors.
They may be subtle, but enough for the staff to note that this is not the type of player they need in the front row.
When I heard his interviews, I wasn’t impressed, he isn’t someone I’d want to go into battle with.
Unless you are there day in and out, then it’s hard to know really.
The only real question is whether this was known before he re-signed.
But I might be way off.

I agree with what you are saying about his motive for playing. What he has said during past interviews is less than an impressive, however I dont see him as a leader within the team so it doesn't bug me that much. Couple that with his undervalued (imo) contract and his onfield output in a position with little depth I am still a bit perplexed.

[Jacks Fur Coat]

Here it is JFC

Terrell May prepares to take legal action against online fan groups

Sydney Roosters star Terrell May is preparing to launch legal action against online fan groups spreading ‘damaging’ rumours in the wake of the shock revelation that he is unwanted at the Bondi club.

This masthead understands that Terrell’s manager David Rawlings and his lawyers have issued three cease and desist notices to popular Facebook supporter groups in recent days.

May’s team is preparing to take further legal action against at least one of the NRL fan pages on social media.

May was sensationally tapped on the shoulder last week by the Roosters, telling the 25-year-old he is free to explore the open market about an immediate move away from Bondi just six months after he agreed to a two-year extension.

The shock development sent the rumour mill into overdrive, creating speculation that coach Trent Robinson’s willingness to offload May had to do with off-field issues rather than a desire to reshape his roster.

One rumour falsely implicated May’s teammate and his partner.

Rawlings told this masthead that May is prepared to hold online trolls to account.

“The business transactions of rugby league often end up in the public domain, and of course where there is limited information on hand it’s natural to speculate,” Rawlings said.

“However, when speculation becomes reputable and personally damaging – we won’t tolerate it.

In September an NRL player poll survey by News Corp Australia, in partnership with the RLPA, revealed around 14 per cent of players still face either racial or targeted abuse.

May is currently touring England with the Samoan side but is expected back in Australia on Wednesday. Rawlings and May will meet later this week to discuss his options on the open market.

May won’t be short of options in trying to find a new home with three Sydney clubs already reaching out to his manager to express interest in his service for 2025 and beyond.

Clubs like the Wests Tigers, Canterbury and St George Illawarra are among the clubs in the market for a middle forward.

Newcastle is shaping as an option for May if the Knights fail to lock-in forward Leo Thompson, who is one of the most sought after free agents on the market.

Thanks King.

[Bates]

I don’t know anyone who could possibly have heard any of Mays interviews and not understand the connection between the reasoning supposedly given for his off loading.
Makes sense to me.
He has natural ability and a work ethic driven by money not the desire to win at all costs.. which is ok, but obviously not enough for what the management wants.
We don’t know the little things that go on behind closed doors.
They may be subtle, but enough for the staff to note that this is not the type of player they need in the front row.
When I heard his interviews, I wasn’t impressed, he isn’t someone I’d want to go into battle with.
Unless you are there day in and out, then it’s hard to know really.
The only real question is whether this was known before he re-signed.
But I might be way off.

May always gives 100%!

He has plenty of ability and is still developing his game. We're in the dark as to what has happened so it makes no sense imo.

[Bates]

Here it is JFC

Terrell May prepares to take legal action against online fan groups

Sydney Roosters star Terrell May is preparing to launch legal action against online fan groups spreading ‘damaging’ rumours in the wake of the shock revelation that he is unwanted at the Bondi club.

This masthead understands that Terrell’s manager David Rawlings and his lawyers have issued three cease and desist notices to popular Facebook supporter groups in recent days.

May’s team is preparing to take further legal action against at least one of the NRL fan pages on social media.

May was sensationally tapped on the shoulder last week by the Roosters, telling the 25-year-old he is free to explore the open market about an immediate move away from Bondi just six months after he agreed to a two-year extension.

The shock development sent the rumour mill into overdrive, creating speculation that coach Trent Robinson’s willingness to offload May had to do with off-field issues rather than a desire to reshape his roster.

One rumour falsely implicated May’s teammate and his partner.

Rawlings told this masthead that May is prepared to hold online trolls to account.

“The business transactions of rugby league often end up in the public domain, and of course where there is limited information on hand it’s natural to speculate,” Rawlings said.

“However, when speculation becomes reputable and personally damaging – we won’t tolerate it.

In September an NRL player poll survey by News Corp Australia, in partnership with the RLPA, revealed around 14 per cent of players still face either racial or targeted abuse.

May is currently touring England with the Samoan side but is expected back in Australia on Wednesday. Rawlings and May will meet later this week to discuss his options on the open market.

May won’t be short of options in trying to find a new home with three Sydney clubs already reaching out to his manager to express interest in his service for 2025 and beyond.

Clubs like the Wests Tigers, Canterbury and St George Illawarra are among the clubs in the market for a middle forward.

Newcastle is shaping as an option for May if the Knights fail to lock-in forward Leo Thompson, who is one of the most sought after free agents on the market.

Wow. This is getting messy!