Knights and Warriors circle off-contract Titans skipper Proctor
Kevin Proctor’s biting drama hasn’t diminished his chances of a new NRL contract, with the Knights and Warriors expressing interest in the off-contract Gold Coast captain.
Proctor was headline news last week after the judiciary found him guilty of biting Kiwis teammate Shaun Johnson. Despite protesting his innocence, Proctor copped a four-week suspension following a marathon hearing at Rugby League Central.
Titans forward Kevin Proctor is a man in demand.Credit:Getty Images
There were fears a lengthy ban would spell the end for his NRL career. However, the Titans want to retain their skipper when his contract expires at the end of the season and other suitors have also emerged.
The Herald can reveal Newcastle and the Warriors are in the mix for Proctor’s services if he doesn’t come to terms with the Titans. Both clubs believe the 30-year-old’s experience would be an asset. A move would allow him to significantly add to the 250-game milestone he brought up against Cronulla a fortnight ago.
The Titans are also keen to keep their skipper and are in negotiations to extend his tenure.
Speaking before his judiciary hearing, Proctor told the Herald the biting dramas shouldn’t affect his employment prospects.
"I hope it doesn't affect anything contract wise," he said at the time.
"I don't think it should because it's not my character, it's not the type of person I am … I'm not a dirty player and I don't think people will remember me like that.”
The development comes as the Gold Coast extend the tenure of coach Justin Holbrook until the end of 2024.
After 15 games, the Titans have added another two years to Holbrook's deal during a season in which five coaches have been sacked.
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