Barrett opens up on Manly NRL dispute

Coach Trent Barrett has spoken about the issues he has with Manly that are forcing him out of the northern beaches NRL club.

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Manly coach Trent Barrett has pointed the finger at club officials for not addressing his concerns. (AAP)

Manly coach Trent Barrett has outlined a series of problems he had with the NRL club which he says is forcing him to leave the Sea Eagles.

In a wide-ranging interview with News Corp Australia, Barrett finally expanded on a number of issues that have plagued the club.

News Corp reported his complaints included having to use his own furniture and office equipment at the club; his family having to clean the gym; players having no lockers and; problems with staff turnover including a lack of a recruitment officer and three general managers and three CEOs in three years.

"This isn't about me, it's about moving this club forward and ensuring its future," Barrett said.

"It has been tough from the get go and in the end it has become untenable.

"All I've wanted to do is make the place a better club and get it up to speed and in line with 15 other NRL clubs off the field.

"You know there is a lot that more goes into having a winning team than just what's on the football field or the training paddock."

Barrett said he'd complained about issues at the club since last year but believed they hadn't been addressed.

"The players deserve the best resources to get the best out of them for the benefit of the club and its fans," he said.


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