We have to give @sleepy benefit of the doubt here on a couple of things, he mentioned Brandon agreed to terms, but the year was not specified, Gould did not deny 2023. The announcement is said to be post seasons end, we’re not there just yet, and, the Storm & Bulldogs we’re supposedly negotiating a player swap. Now a player swap is only required for 22, the year after, it’s fair game. Maybe Brandon’s position was subject Storm agreeing to 22 and a fair player swap in the eyes of the Storm and they could meet in the middle? Maybe the fact the new QLD franchise is back on the radar is having an impact?
I will highlight that Gus is not going to announce a major player signing on social media because a random footy fan asked him the question one fine afternoon, the reality is, he’s going to remain tight lipped on “the event or “events”, whatever they are, as he should… there are plenty of mind games and a great deal of responsibility that comes with being the head of football at a big Sydney club so he’s going his job to aplomb.
If Sleepy’s wrong, he’s wrong… we can’t shoot the messenger at a point in time. Players change their minds and contracts/negotiations contain a thousand caveats attached to them… the guy nailed TPJ and Dufty well in advance, he’s still got the good oil however it plays out.