Castleford in
confusion over McGoldrick

Castleford are seeking to clear up confusion over their signing of Australian centre Ryan McGoldrick, with champions Wests Tigers insisting he is their man.

The newly-promoted engage Super League club announced the capture of the 24-year-old McGoldrick on a 12-month contract from Cronulla Sharks last Friday.

But Wests Tigers say they have tied the goalkicking threequarter to a 12-month deal and there would be no release.

Their recruitment manager, Warren McDonnell, confirmed McGoldrick had received a Castleford offer and would discuss his playing future with the NRL club on January 9.

Castleford chief executive Richard Wright said: ?As far as we are concerned, Ryan was able to obtain a release from his contract to join a Super League club.

?He signed a contract with us and we thought everything was alright but obviously we need to clear the matter up.?

Wests Tigers chief executive Steve Noyce said: ?He?s definitely got a contract that is registered with the NRL and is part of the Wests Tigers.

?He?s signed a contract and has even been training with us. I think Castleford have spoken to him. But he?s got a contract with us and we will be making sure he honours it with us.?

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