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The three reasons the Dragons aborted the signing of Folau – Sydney Morning Herald
Just 24 hours after their courting of the divisive star became public, the Dragons abandoned it. How did the club’s board not see the problems coming?
It is understood the NRL wanted to see copies of Folaus contracts with Rugby Australia and Catalans, as well as relevant reports from human resources. The Dragons felt they were being buried in paperwork.
Just how far were they prepared to go? The past two years of backing Jack de Belin has been tough enough. Would they now do the same for Folau, who wasnt even on their books?
Israel Folau wanted to return to the NRL via the Dragons.Credit:Getty Images
The second reason was pride, which some at…
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