Didn't see this coming.... [url=http://www.reds.co.uk/rugby-news/general-set-to-retire-at-end-of-seasonwowzers[/url

Bollocks.

He'll be missed, that's for sure, he's one of the best fullbacks I've ever seen at Salford, especially attacking-wise. It'd be nice if he could continue at the club in some sort of role after retirement, seems he's going back to Australia though.

Who to replace him?

I'd hope we'd look at keeping him on in some capacity, if the new rumoured new owners were looking at getting rid of Simms then maybe with him saying early this seaon that fancied something like could have been him throwing his hat into ring.

None of the above is true or will happen.

Good luck General.

I'm gutted by this news. He's been an model professional during his time here. A great player and a great guy. Defensively he's had his issues, but attacking-wise, he's been the best full-back I've seen at the club in 20 years of watching. Good luck in whatever comes next Luke. It's been an honour watching you play for the Reds.

Sick as a parrot

After listening to him at the recent Forever Reds meeting he's obviously a bright, personable guy with a terrific knowledge of the game and a pretty good ability to sum people up. I'd reckon he'd make a good coach, but it's also interesting that he talks about refereeing or going into the game's administration - both areas clearly crying out for expertise from top flight professionals who have actually played the game

cant honestly believe it, been one of our best players this season!!

great professional and will be surely missed

I wouldn't say no to Minichiello, even just for a season. Wasn't he once part of a list of players we were signing for 2006.