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Rival coaches torn on future of loan system – NRL.COM

The ability to loan players has worked a treat for the Wests Tigers and Warriors this season but Sharks coach John Morris isn’t a fan of the system becoming a permanent option for clubs to pursue.

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The ability to loan players has worked a treat for the Wests Tigers and Warriors this season but Sharks coach John Morris isn’t a fan of the system becoming a permanent option for clubs to pursue.
Morris lauded the efforts of NRL clubs supporting the Warriors in particular, who have been forced to stay in Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic and have battled a gruelling injury toll.
The Roosters allowed Poasa Faamausili to play four games for the Warriors before recalling him last month amid an injury crisis of their own.
Penrith then stepped up to offer Jack Hetherington’s services indefinitely to Todd Payten’s team.
I’m not sure if your fans and members would like to see players regularly going to other clubs but this year is different
Sharks coach John Morris
The emergence of Harry Grant at the Wests Tigers is also likely to make a strong case for the NRL to continue to allow for loan deals to go ahead.
However, Morris would like to see players remain at one club in 2021 or be officially released mid-season.
“I’m happy to support it this year

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