Foran’s fate lies with his young family

Playmaker may still return to Sydney to be nearer children

Warriors star Kieran Foran’s future remains unclear and family circumstances will ultimately determine if he is able to remain in Auckland.

Reports out of Sydney yesterday declared a move for Foran to the Bulldogs was a “done deal” but despite being in talks with Canterbury the 26- year- old is yet to agree to terms with the Belmore club.

The Weekend Herald understands Foran has some key decisions to make in the coming week regarding his family situation as he tries to find a compromise that could enable him to stay in New Zealand.

The Kiwis international could return to Sydney at the end of the season to be closer to his two young children but Foran and the Warriors have not given up hope on extending his contract for at least another year.

Foran revealed last month he was forced to make some tough decisions and leave his children to come to Auckland and make drastic changes that would ultimately allow him become a better father and person.

Uncertainty hangs over whether his existing situation can be sustained but the former Manly and Parramatta playmaker is happy living in Auckland and would prefer to stay loyal to the club that threw him a career lifeline.

Foran is enjoying playing under coach Stephen Kearney and is mindful and appreciative of the club’s sup-