Patten signs three year deal with Salford - Official

[XR6T]

It was just announced on ABC Radio that the General has signed a three year deal with Salford.
Great servant and sad to see him go.

Also on Bulldogs Website....

http://www.bulldogs.com.au/default.aspx?s=article-display&id=28289&title=luke-patten-to-play-out-his-career-in-england

 

[FaceBreaker]

Very sad day for the dogs, one of the best for our club over a number of years and a real stalwart at the back.

The last home game of the season is going to be a very emotional one and everyone that can attend should IMO.

 

[Timmah.]

Confirmed on Toddy's twitter, and Bobcat will stick around for 2011.

 

[Timmah.]

http://www.leagueunlimited.com/article.php?newsid=19648

Patten to play out career in UK, Ryan sticks around
Bulldogs media
27 Jul 2010, 7:46am AEST

Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs fullback Luke Patten has confirmed that he will exercise an option to depart the club at the end of the 2010 season and will take up a three-year deal in the English Super League with Salford.

‘The General' has played 220 first grade games since joining the Bulldogs in 2001 and represented NSW Country on three occasions.

His efforts will be recognised with a special tribute at the Club's final home game of the season.

“Luke has been one of this Club's great leaders and we are sorry to see him go,” said Bulldogs Chief Executive Mr Todd Greenberg.

“We wish him well as he makes the most of an opportunity to extend his career in England and thank him for the service he has provided to the Bulldogs for the past 10 years.

“He will long be remembered for his incredible reliability and determination as the last line of defence and for his inspirational plays.

“His strong work ethic and his commitment to responsibilities off the field set a great benchmark for everyone who has played alongside him.”

Meantime, Bulldogs Captain Andrew Ryan has confirmed he will see out the final year of his contract and will be staying with the Bulldogs in 2011.

Ryan, currently on 188 First Grade Games for the Bulldogs and 261 overall, will play his ninth season for the Bulldogs in 2011.

 

[lukesdogs]

shame to see him go as 1 more season would have seen him play 300 games been a great player for the dogs and saved us may times but the question is who will replace him??????????

 

[FaceBreaker]

shame to see him go as 1 more season would have seen him play 300 games been a great player for the dogs and saved us may times but the question is who will replace him??????????

Ben Barba is almost automatic selection for fullback.

 

[bulldawg]

http://www.foxsports.com.au/league/video/0,,NRL News_40455,00.html

video

 

[ThePedigree]

Now let's see all the people who have been bagging te Sh!t out of him for years come into this thread and shed a tear.

Thanks General. You bled blue n White and gave your all for us and the club. A true Bulldogs legend and immortal for ever.

 

[Hansta]

sad times but its a change that is needed for us to move on

 

[SaMi..]

As expected.

 

[Bry]

Good luck to him. He deserves a massive send off. Even if you think he has struggled a bit this year you should be there to give him the send off he deserves for all he has given this club since coming here from the Steelers. He has been great for the club on and off the field and I hope he returns once he finishes playing.

 

[Dogzkill4eva]

Good luck for him and i was happy to see Ryan staying but i wanted both to stay both are true Bulldogs

Even though we signed all these other players i would think Patten staying would be massive for the club to go all the way next year, not that we cant do it this year

 

[purpleskittles]

An absolute legend of the Club. Has been one of our most consistent players and always a gentleman towards the fans. He will be missed!

 

[JUNKYARD DOGS]

Sad Day for true Dogs supporters. great servant for the club on and off the field. Good luck General, will be missed.

 

[Moodey]

Unfortunately it was expected but still really sad to see him go, he was a great ambassador of our game and our club. All the best!!!

 

[ByRd]

Sad to see the General leave, he has been here for so long and given the club great service, thanks for all the memories & best of luck in the UK General!!!

 

[Mr Beast]

I can already see threads on whoever is the next full back for next year "Sack x" "We need The General back"

 

[[FKN-SIK]]

It is sad to see him going. He is a part of the furniture and has busted his ass for our club over the years. He is a true champion who's talents have been unfortunately been overlooked by rep selectors over the years.

I hope the Bulldogs give him a good send off at our last home game this season.

Thanks General!

 

[dullbogs]

As loyal as they come. If anyone is happy to see him leave they can start supporting another club.

 

[Bakes]

All the best General, you have been a legend for the club.