Prop Liam Watts departs Castleford Tigers to 'seek new challenge'
He's made almost 150 appearances for Tigers
Castleford Tigers prop Liam Watts is leaving the club by mutual consent to "seek a new challenge".
The 34 year old has made almost 150 appearances for Cas across two different spells at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle.
His debut came in 2007, with his last appearance being against Bradford in the Challenge Cup earlier this month.
Speaking to the Cas website, Head Coach Danny McGuire said: “I sat with Wattsy and we had a really honest discussion about what he wants and what I need at the club going forwards, and we agreed the time was right for him to pursue other avenues, both on and off the pitch."
"He is a great pro and has been a great servant to Cas and we wish him well with the next stage of his career and what comes next.”
Watts added: “I’ve enjoyed my time at Cas, it’s my hometown club so it will always be in my heart and there are no hard feelings, I wish Magsy and the boys well."
"We sat down and had an honest conversation about the future and what works best for both parties, and we have both agreed that the best thing for me and my career is to seek a new challenge.
"Like I say, I wish the club well and I look forward to what comes next.”