LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a dramatic turn of events, NRL legend Matty Johns is calling on South Sydney to pull off a last-minute move for Josh Schuster after a devastating blow with Latrell Mitchell's injury setback.
Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett may have no choice but to throw Schuster into the mix, with injuries wreaking havoc on the team.
The South Sydney squad was left reeling after Cameron Murray and Latrell Mitchell suffered setbacks during training.
Murray, who had just returned from a wrist injury, ruptured his Achilles tendon and is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines, potentially ending his season prematurely.
Meanwhile, Mitchell was forced to leave the session with a hamstring issue, putting him out of action for around eight weeks.
The star fullback, eager to make his mark in 2025, will now have to bide his time on the sidelines.
This double blow couldn't have come at a worse time for Bennett, who is under immense pressure to turn the team's fortunes around after missing out on finals for two consecutive seasons.
Adding to the turmoil, rumors are swirling that Schuster is struggling to find his motivation at Souths.
Bennett took a chance on the talented youngster in 2025, hoping to revive his career after a tough stint at Manly in 2024.
Schuster, once hailed as a standout talent in the NRL, fell out of favor at Manly and faced uncertainty about his future in the league.
Bennett saw potential in Schuster and made a bold move to bring him to South Sydney, but now the pressure is on for the youngster to prove his worth on the field.
It's a make-or-break moment for both Schuster and the Rabbitohs as they navigate this challenging time.