Smailes has just tweeted that the hurdle is his visa.

Yes he did, so what is different about Chase's visa compared to McGoldricks?

Can someone please explain how an English international player who only played for England a few weeks ago needs a visa to play Rugby in the UK?

The UK government and its employment law/policy doesn't care about RL international qualifications.

I feel faint ,chase n brough got to be to good to be true

I did tell you it won't be easy, His wasn't an original Visa, He got his and managed to escape Jail on behalf of him turning his life around and been a great example in the community. I think it will go through, But it isn't a formality.

Ryan McGoldrick had no convictions back in Aus, Hence why his was rather simple. Rangi Chase's is more complex.


As for the England thing. He has to have been in the country 3 years ASAIK to qualify to play for England on residency ground, And has to have been a resident 5 years to become a british citizen. So it was mentioned a bit back.

Therefore, He should come off quota when he gains that British Passport.

Perhaps we should get him on a plane to have a beer or three with the King of Tonga then?

I must agree with the Drovers fans on twitter that Rangi Chase (the current Man of Steel & England SO) is crap, bring back Chris Thorman

If we have to wait until next season, then so be it.

It'll still be a sensational signing.

Could do although the last time someone tried that they looked and made the club they played for look foolish, Who was it

At least Chase could produce something out of nothing,
Thorman was well, he was something thats or sure

Until he takes to the field in Black and White we won't know but i do like the idea of a Chase Seymour partnership

This guy seems well connected.

Djb ‏@djb2708
Huddersfield have been officially approached regarding Brough, seymour offered to them in the deal. Brough wants out at hudds.
Djb ‏@djb2708
the transfer fee is 50k upfront with add ons based on trophies and league placings. The club getting a friendly out of us too for 2 seasons
Djb ‏@djb2708
@djb2708 4 year deal signed and will commence once work permit and increase in length of visa stay arrives.
Djb ‏@djb2708
Weve done our homework on this one and been told all will be ok but cant do it online like goldy did. Takes a bit longer.
Djb ‏@djb2708
Rangi cant fast track his application, hes gonna get one but he cant do it online as it needs approval by senior staff, 2 weeks max