Bennett vows to help Mitchell get back on track - ESPN
Super-coach Wayne Bennett has vowed to help put troubled South Sydney talisman Latrell Mitchell back on track when he returns to Redfern next season.
www.espn.comHere’s the latest on Latrell Mitchell as of now:
- Latrell Mitchell has been a focal point in South Sydney Rabbitohs news due to a Lisfranc foot injury that sidelined him for part of the 2024 season and the ensuing off-field matters that year. Reports from mid-2024 indicated the team hoped for a late-season return, with scans guiding any decision on a possible comeback.[1][3]
- There were substantial developments in August–September 2024 regarding his off-field issues, including a breach notice related to media images and a separate illness, with discussions about his fitness and potential exemptions or tests if a return were possible.[2][3]
- In late 2024, the Rabbitohs publicly stated he would not play again that year, while media outlets covered ongoing debates about whether he could be cleared to return or require further actions before any comeback.[3][2]
- By early 2025, there was speculation in media circles about Latrell’s status for the Kangaroo tour and his overall form, though official confirmations were intermittent and contingent on medical clearances and league processes.[9][10]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest articles and summarize any recent official statements or provide a quick timeline of his 2023–2024 seasons and key events.