Puke prioritises Kings

• 09 Jan 2014

Watson's return to the Sharks looks unlikelyLuke Watson says his focus lies with the Kings, amid speculation that he could be loaned to the Sharks for Super Rugby.

In December, Watson and Sharks director of rugby Jake White had a telephonic conversation about his availability, but Watson says nothing came of the discussion.

‘We never talked in-depth. He was just checking to see 

who is available. He asked about my injury and when

 I'd be fit again, and also if I would be interested to train 

with the Sharks. I explained that the Kings are my 

first priority,’ Watson told Die Burger. ‘That's all that 

was said and the conversation probably didn't last 

longer than two minutes. It was totally blown out of proportion.’

Watson said his 'primary focus' is at the Kings, and 

that the appointment of Carlos Spencer (backline coach), Michael Horak and Tiger Mangweni (both defence coaches) are signs that 'things are starting to happen'.

Ther flanker is currently recovering from a foot 

operation and will be available to play again between 

late February and the middle of March.

Sharkbok 

I never thought he would make it for the Sharks.  Watson had a so-so season with the Kings last year - noted more for injuries than performance.   He is past his best performance years and will not make another Super 15 side.