Todd Carney will not have Greg Bird joining him at Cronulla for the upcoming season.
On Sunday, Bird’s agent, Gavin Orr, dismissed the speculations that indicated his client wanted to leave the Gold Coast Titans due to a lingering dispute with skipper Scott Prince.
Over the weekend, there were claims that Bird was interested in a return to the Sharkies, particularly following an alleged altercation with Prince.
However, Orr clarified that the back-rower would be fulfilling his contract with the Titans, which remains valid until the end of the next season.
“Greg is contracted to the Titans until the end of next year,” Orr stated.
“So, his playing time will be with the Titans until at least the end of next year. After that, he might consider exploring his options.”
“But for now, his focus is solely on the upcoming season. Everyone is aware that the Gold Coast had a tough year, and Birdy is eager to have a significant pre-season to aid in improving their situation.”
When questioned about the rumored discord between Bird and Prince, the manager responded, “The two played golf together over the weekend—does that really sound like two people having a falling out?”
“Greg hasn’t communicated anything to me that suggests he’s unhappy up there. He is in the Gold Coast and prepared to contribute fully to the club in 2012.”
At the same time, Carney’s potential signing at Cronulla has resulted in the Sharkies’ NRL premiership odds shifting from $51 to $34.
by Buford Balony
