 Crocker had agreed a three-year contract with Hull FC |
Hull FC signing Michael Crocker has had his application for a visa rejected. The 28-year-old Australian Test forward had agreed a three-year deal at the KC Stadium from the start of the forthcoming season. The former Melbourne Storm back-rower are now considering whether to launch an appeal against the decision. "Hull FC and Michael are reviewing the papers from the consulate in order to determine the next steps," read a statement from the club. "Neither Michael nor Hull FC will make any further comment at this stage until their course of action is established. "The visa system does provide a right of appeal and the club does not wish to compromise a potential appeal by making public comment at this stage."  | 606: DEBATE |
Crocker revealed earlier this month that a conviction for affray in 2005 was partly to blame for the delay in his visa being processed. He is the second Australian to be denied a visa in January, with Todd Carney's proposed move to Huddersfield collapsing. Crocker is continuing to train in Melbourne with his former Storm team-mates, but admitted he could have to take time out of the sport if he was not able to find a new club or secure a visa.
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