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Josh Addo-Carr's management has asked Parramatta not to terminate his contract following an alleged positive test for cocaine after being stopped for random testing on Friday night in Newtown. The Eels previously gave Addo-Carr another chance after he was sacked by the Bulldogs due to a similar incident, but now face the possibility of losing their star winger if this latest issue results in further sanctions. Crown Sports International, representing Addo-Carr, emphasized his ongoing rehabilitation and dedication to community work while expressing his desire to earn back trust from the club and teammates.
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Josh Addo-Carr, a premiership-winning winger for Parramatta Eels, faces another drugs controversy after allegedly testing positive for cocaine following random roadside testing on Enmore Road in Newtown on Friday night. This incident follows his previous positive test while playing for the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2024, which led to the termination of his contract there. His management firm, Crown Sports International, has pleaded with Parramatta not to sack him again, emphasizing that Addo-Carr is committed to earning back the trust of those around him and rehabilitating his career. The statement highlights Addo-Carr's contributions to rugby league and community efforts, asserting that his mistakes should not overshadow his positive impact on the sport and communities he serves.
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Josh Addo-Carr’s management has pleaded with Parramatta not to terminate the winger’s contract after another alleged drugs drama, declaring the Kangaroos representative is prepared to do whatever is required to earn back the trust of those around him.
asserted
whatever → plead → him
Addo-Carr’s career is again in the balance after he allegedly returned a positive indication for cocaine after being stopped for random testing on Enmore Road, Newtown on Friday night.
uncertain
he → return → night
A saliva sample was sent for further testing.
asserted
sample → send → testing
The premiership-winning winger had his Canterbury contract torn up after providing a positive roadside test while employed by the Bulldogs in 2024.
asserted
contract → win → 2024
“Josh is not perfect, and he has made mistakes,” his management firm, Crown Sports International, said in a statement.
asserted
firm → make → statement
“But those mistakes should not erase the years he has spent giving his time to children and communities, proudly representing his culture, and bringing excitement and new supporters to rugby league.
asserted
he → erase → league
“Josh is currently in great hands and receiving professional care and support at the rehabilitation centre.
asserted
Josh → receive → centre
His health, wellbeing and recovery remain the immediate priority.
asserted
health → remain → ?
“We also know how much Josh loves the Parramatta Eels.
asserted
Josh → know → Eels
He greatly values his relationship with head coach Jason Ryles, his teammates and everyone at the club.
asserted
He → value → club
Josh would love nothing more than to continue his recovery, earn back the trust of those around him and have the opportunity to play for Parramatta again next season.”
asserted
Josh → love → Parramatta
The Eels threw Addo-Carr a lifeline after his axing by the Bulldogs, and he ultimately earned a contract renewal.
asserted
he → throw → renewal
While he is contracted until the end of 2027, it remains to be seen whether he will be able to add to the 224 games and 167 tries he has notched in the NRL.
asserted
he → contract → NRL
The 31-year-old was selected in the Kangaroos train-on squad for the Rugby League World Cup, but it’s unclear if and when he will play professionally again.
uncertain
he → select → Cup
It’s not known whether Addo-Carr intends to wait until the second sample comes back from police testing before seeking to clarify his future with the Eels.
asserted
sample → know → Eels
Parramatta released Zac Lomax at the end of last season, and the club could be without another representative-class winger should this latest incident spell the end of Addo-Carr’s NRL career.
uncertain
incident → release → career
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