Rumour Mill: Battle of Hastings heats up, Reynolds set to quit & Super League star linked with NRL return

Welcome to Rumour Mill…Keeping you up to date with the biggest rumours and gossip from the world of rugby league.

Wests eyeing Penrith centre

Wests Tigers are apparently chasing Penrith centre Brent Naden, according to the Sydney Morning Herald.

Maloney to return to NRL?

Sydney Roosters’ injury crisis has prompted rumours that Catalans star James Maloney could return to the NRL, according to Fox Sports.

Hastings sent an SOS

The Sydney Morning Herald has reported that Wests Tigers have sent an immediate plea to Jackson Hastings to join the club, following his uncertainty at Wigan.

Clifford attempted to backflip

The World Wide of Sports has revealed that North Queensland halfback Jake Clifford attempted to do a u-turn on his Newcastle contract.

Clark update

Warrington have apparently poured cold water on the rumours linking Daryl Clark with a move to the NRL, according to the World Wide of Sports.

Brooks heading for North Queensland?

Luke Brooks appears to be heading out the door at Wests, with the Cowboys his apparent destination according to the Sydney Morning Herald.

Powell “open minded”

Serious About Rugby League has revealed that Daryl Powell is “open minded” about where his next coaching role lies.

Reynolds set to quit

Souths star Adam Reynolds is ready to quit the Rabbitohs after the club has refused to shift on their contract offer, the Daily Telegraph has reported.

Matterson facing the exit?

Ryan Matterson may leave Parramatta at the end of 2020, but Eels boss Brad Arthur is determined to hold onto him, according to Fox Sports.