Francis Molo, a State of Origin prop for the St George Illawarra Dragons, is requesting a release from his contract eight months after signing an extension. The club is dealing with his departure request due to an alleged interaction with a Dragons staffer last year. Molo recently stopped attending training, leading to a show-cause notice. The situation is delicate, with the Dragons concerned about Molo's well-being while acknowledging his desire for a fresh start.
On Thursday afternoon, Francis Molo marched into the “Taj Mahal”, otherwise known as the St George Leagues Club, to explain why he wanted out of a contract he had signed eight months ago.
The prospect of losing a State of Origin prop – Molo made two appearances for the Maroons in 2021 – does not sit well with anyone at the Red V.Sources speaking on the condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter have told this masthead Molo took umbrage at an interaction with a St George Illawarra staffer. The alleged incident took place last year and did not prevent Molo from representing Samoa during the Pacific nation’s season-ending tour of England.
The Molo matter is a delicate one for all involved. The Dragons are concerned about Molo’s welfare, which is why they have granted him indefinite leave while the situation remains unresolved.
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