Wildcats release Tronc

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12 April 2012

Wakefield have released Australian prop forward Shane Tronc just six months into his two-year contract for family reasons.

The 28-year-old Tronc joined the Wildcats from North Queensland Cowboys in the winter and he has played all 11 Engage Super League games so far, but his wife has been unable to settle in West Yorkshire.

Wakefield executive director Diane Maskill said: "We're disappointed to be losing a quality player like Shane, but we have a duty of care to the people who work for the club and have reluctantly agreed for Shane to return home with his family."

Maskill added: "It's a very sad situation. We understand Shane's need to see his family settled but we also need a player to be an integral part of the squad."

As part of his severance agreement, Tronc will not be able to sign for any other English or French clubs until November 2012, which is when his contract with Wakefield would have expired. He is expected to join Brisbane Broncos.

Wakefield are currently seeking a replacement and could turn to former player James Stosic, who was released at the end of last season due to quota restrictions.

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