Shane Flanagan believes he can set up the Dragons for long-term success and has responded to critics who believe he should have a life ban from NRL head coaching.
Flanagan has been shortlisted for the St George Illawarra job after Jason Ryles stunned the club by knocking back a $3.2 million four-year deal last week.
Flanagan coached the Sharks for eight seasons and won the 2016 premiership before being banned for his role in the club's infamous supplements saga.