LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Francis Molo, a former Queensland Maroons forward, has been granted an immediate release from the St George Illawarra Dragons, ending a situation that had been ongoing.
The news was reported by Zero Tackle and The Sydney Morning Herald, with Molo being required to repay a six-figure sum to the club upon his departure.
Molo had signed an extension with the Dragons last season, but his future with the club became uncertain when he requested to be released from his contract and did not show up for training.
Since joining the Dragons from the North Queensland Cowboys, Molo has played in 62 games for the team but has not been performing at his best.
The decision to release Molo comes after a period of uncertainty and speculation about his future at the club.
The immediate resolution of the situation indicates that both parties were eager to move on.
Molo's departure will leave a gap in the Dragons' roster, but it may also provide an opportunity for other players to step up and fill the void.
Molo's exit from the Dragons marks the end of a chapter in his career with the club.
His time with the team has been a mixture of highs and lows, and it seems that both parties have decided that it is time to part ways.
Molo will now have the opportunity to explore other options in his rugby league career and find a new team where he can make a fresh start.
The resolution of Molo's situation with the Dragons highlights the complexities of player contracts and relationships within rugby league clubs.
It serves as a reminder that professional sports are not just about what happens on the field but also about the negotiations and decisions made behind the scenes.