Ask the Lurker: Where will Cooper Cronk end up?

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The Lurker has been hanging about in dark alleys to bring you the latest whispers and gossip from around the NRL.

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The little man's got the latest on:

- Cooper Cronk's future

- Salary cap issues strike an NRL club

- Why Mitchell Pearce is smart

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@GerardWebber: Surely somebody played up this weekend in Auckland! What's the latest?

The Lurker: Clubs kept players on a VERY tight leash… and what happens in Auckland stays in Auckland! Unless I’m being told lies, there were no atrocities to speak of…believe me, I’ve looked.

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@ism73s: Why aren't the media going after this Pearce story like they did with Sutton and Burgess last year???

The Lurker: He did get a hammering for a few days… then he left the country… smart move!

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‏@TrueNRLfan: Any truth in rumours of Warriors over the salary cap? Will the Eels be -4 or worse by season start? #asklurk

The Lurker: Warriors are tight but OK. I think Eels will fix things and start on zero.

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@ellee_habak: Hey how are you today? Dragons going to sign Cooper Cronk or Cameron Smith?

The Lurker: All good mate. Cronk some chance but there’s a lot of competition, especially from Redfern. Smith staying where he is.

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‏@kevin_naing: Will Parra sign Peats and Norman again? #asklurk

The Lurker: Yes… few clubs already keen on Norman but Eels won’t let him go.

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@lisamjd: What is it with Sharks’ acceptance of mediocrity happy to re-sign Leutele but let C Scott go and Ado Carr go?

The Lurker: Leutele is solid… Scott could come back to bite them… Addo Carr unproven at NRL level - Sharks think he didn’t have what it takes. Time will tell.

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@camoskehan: Hey @TheNRLLurker! #asklurk When will the Dogs finally get rid of she Rex?

The Lurker: If they can find someone to pick up his contract, tomorrow! I wrote yesterday that Newcastle were sniffing around him.

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@adambagnall86: Surely a gun like Euan Aitken won't be playing reserve grade this year. What are the Dragons planning with him?

The Lurker: They rate him but they also have a lot of outside backs. He will get his chance.

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‏@rjcohen75: Cronk to the @NRL_Dragons. Is it a realistic possibility?

The Lurker: It is a possibility but don’t hold your breath…

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@ToddGreasley: Why oh why do the rumours of Paulo to Canberra keeping hanging around?? Surely Parra don't want to lose him #asklurk

The Lurker: He should stay this year - but go to Raiders next year...

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@eagletradgic: What are the chances of Parcell playing round 1 now Api personal issues and Hodges out 4 season?

The Lurker: Parcell big chance - rated highly and went well in Nines.

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@connor6314: What's the chances of Cronk heading to Souths and who do you think would make way for him?

The Lurker: I think there is a fair chance - either Reynolds or Keary will go.

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@thealexcraig: Paulo (Junior) & Tapine to wear Green in 2016 or both for 2017? #asklurk

The Lurker: Could get them both - but they have let plenty of fish slip off the hook before...

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@bbcjohndickson: Any chance of Benji Marshall playing in SL in 2017?

The Lurker: He would prefer to stay in NRL but may not find any takers.

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@Andrew_Calta: There are a few empty roles going at NRLHQ, will you put your hand up?

The Lurker: Pass… The place is a mess. I hear you’ve got what it takes, though. Hope the Superbowl hangover has lifted.

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@lisamjd: Hey Lurker, Barba impressed in 9's any chance Flanno finally wakes up and gives him a start at FB?

The Lurker: He is right in there…. was sharp in the Nines. Jack Bird and Val Holmes will also spend time there in pre-season.

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@ToddH1h2h3: Are the Titans close on signing either Perrett or Inu and if so should they get the deal done?

The Lurker: Perrett wants to stay at the Dogs - Inu is under contract with Catalans but shift to Titans could happen.

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@Lonegull: Great to have you back, Titans still chasing with no luck or is there a signing on the horizon?

The Lurker: Great to be back. Looking at a centre… Inu unlikely from Catalans now and Souths still won’t release Bryson Goodwin.

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@eloquentEEL: Eels have 4 hookers coming off contract. How are they planning to fill the position from 2017 onwards?

The Lurker: A lot will depend on how they all go this year - Peats will stay… rest up in the air.

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@c4poly2: Can you pull some strings and get @SiuatongaLiks (Siuatonga Likiliki) over to England?

The Lurker: Will do my best… for a small percentage…

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‏@brissyredv: Dragons rumoured to be talking to Lloyd Perrett as a replacement for Mose.

The Lurker: Few clubs talking to him but he is intent on staying with the Bulldogs.

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‏@GunbusterDDG41: Jennings boys to follow older brother?

The Lurker: No - Gus won’t let them leave the Panthers.

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@kiwisean1: Expansion - when and where?

The Lurker: NRL has put it in the too hard basket. Eventually Perth and another Brisbane team will come in.

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Godly: Why were Wayne Bennett and Des Hasler allowed to get away with sending inferior teams to the 9s?

The Lurker: They weren’t the only ones. Rules need to be more tightly enforced in coming years. Takes away from Nines.

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Mac attack: Who’s the loved-up footballer you were talking about yesterday?

The Lurker: No comment. But a back from a Sydney club.

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Sangstathegansta: Have you heard the one about the player battling addiction. And I’m not talking drugs, gambling or booze.

The Lurker: There are plenty with inner demons… as there are in society in general. I'm guessing you're talking sex addiction here? Common complaint...

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@trevor_nero: Will Manly be playing at Brookie this year? God i hope so! Love your work. #asklurk

The Lurker: Thanks mate...nice of you to say. As for Brookie, I find it hard to believe something won't be worked out between the club and local council.

Having said that, time is fast running out so they'd better reach a compromise soon.

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