LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a surprising turn of events in the NRL suspension saga, Rabbitohs coach Ben Hornby has hinted that star fullback Latrell Mitchell may make a comeback this season, throwing a curveball into the controversy.
Hornby's previous declaration that Mitchell wouldn't see the field again this year seems to have been put on ice, possibly as a strategic move to have the talented player serve his suspension sooner rather than later.
Mitchell is facing a one-game ban for a photo scandal that rocked the league, but the question of when he should serve his punishment has been the hot topic of discussion.
Souths have been lobbying for Mitchell to serve the ban in 2021, but Hornby's revelation that the fullback's foot injury is on the mend has thrown a spanner in the works.
Amidst the debate over timing, Hornby has now hinted that Mitchell may not be sidelined for the rest of the season after all.
The coach shared that Mitchell has ditched the moon boot and is already hitting the gym, showing positive signs of progress.
"He's had his scan, that came back positive so he is out of the boot now," Hornby disclosed.
"The conjecture is whether he can run or not.
We've just got to go through the process."
With Mitchell potentially lacing up his boots again, the NRL landscape is set for another twist in this gripping saga.
Watch this space for more updates on this gripping Rugby League saga.