LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy is concerned about the team's injuries, particularly star winger Will Warbrick's ongoing concussion issues.
The club is actively searching for new players from other clubs to fill the gaps in their lineup.
Nelson Asofa-Solomona will be playing again this weekend, but captain Harry Grant and Jack Howarth are sidelined with injuries.
Bellamy expressed frustration, saying, "It has been testing but there's other clubs in the same boat.
we're just struggling to put a 17 out there at the moment." Despite having money in the salary cap, it has been challenging to make deals with other clubs facing similar injury issues.
The Storm are hoping to bring in more players after the retirement of former captain Christian Welch in the pre-season.
Bellamy emphasized the difficulty of the current situation, stating, "We are just running on empty at the moment.
We are doing the best to get a good team together, but it's not good at the moment." In addition to exploring external options, Melbourne is also hoping for the return of Nick Meaney for the Anzac Day clash with South Sydney.
Warbrick has not even started training due to his complex concussion issues, adding to the team's struggles.
Despite the challenges, Bellamy remains determined to field a competitive team, recognizing that other clubs are facing similar obstacles.