LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
**EXCLUSIVE: Josh Schuster takes another hit as rugby union holds back on swooping in for him.**
As the NRL player searches for a new landing spot, it seems like options are drying up faster than a puddle in the outback.
Rugby union, joining the rest of the NRL, has made it clear they're not interested in recruiting him from Manly.
This news comes with a cautionary tale from two legends of the game, hinting at the risk of Schuster falling into the category of talented players who never quite lived up to their potential.
Schuster's immediate future on the field is up in the air as he won't be returning to the Sea Eagles and other clubs haven't shown any interest in him.
Right now, his mental health is the top priority as his management team navigates the split from Manly and explores what's next for him.
Despite the possibility of a comeback in rugby league at a reduced salary, there are no guarantees.
And to make matters worse, a potential move to rugby union has hit a roadblock, with the 15-man sport showing little enthusiasm for poaching another player from league.