NRL investigates Warriors over salary cap

The National Rugby League has confirmed investigations are underway in relation to the Warriors’ Salary Cap position.

The NRL and current Warriors management (a significant restructure of senior management positions took place last year) are examining a number of previously undisclosed issues relating to the past seasons and possibly affecting the 2006 season.

NRL Chief Executive, Mr David Gallop, said the current management of the club is offering its full cooperation:

“They are to be commended for their attitude to date but any breach of the cap remains a serious matter.

“It is not normal for us to comment on an investigation until all findings are completed but in this instance the Warriors have chosen to go public with the issue in the interests of transparency.”

The NRL had raised with the previous management in November that it wished to conduct a pre-season audit with the club for 2006.

In preparation for this audit, the current management raised a number of matters which have uncovered potential salary cap issues.

“That is a reflection of their intention to see the matter concluded but again it does not negate the need to ensure that appropriate action is taken should any breaches be confirmed,” Mr David Gallop, said.

“The salary cap has brought significant benefit to the game in recent years and it is important for all clubs and all fans that we continue to rigorously enforce it.

“There are too many positives going into the 2006 season for us not to ensure these matters are addressed as quickly as possible.”