Young Super League duo face uncertain futures as compensation rules leave them 'trapped'
Jack Croft and Isaac Shaw left Wakefield Trinity. They are now free agents. RFL rules state that any club that develops a player is entitled to a compensation fee. The minimum salary clubs must offer is £15,000 per year. To be entitled for the compensation, the club must also offer an improved contract. If the player earns more than £25,00 per annum, they are entitled. However, if they do not reach the age of 22, then the ruling becomes void. They will have to continue paying Crofitt and Shaw until they reach that age. It will cost Wakey a lot to protect their compensation rights.
