Keeping Jack Wighton might be their preference, but the Canberra Raiders' search for his potential replacement has already begun.
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart said recruitment was a constant cycle when asked about when they'd start looking to replace Wighton - given he could be gone at the end of the season if he signs with another club.
The Canberra Times revealed Wighton told the Raiders of his decision to test his worth on the opening market on Tuesday, in the lead-up to their crunch clash against the Penrith Panthers at Canberra Stadium on Friday night.