Kieran Foran admits he hasn’t live up to his big price tag since joining the Bulldogs and declared he won’t retire after his latest injury.

Foran was taken off after just five minutes into his Test match return for the Kiwis as he injured his shoulder against Great Britain.

It was later revealed the Bulldogs playmaker would need surgery which would rule him out for the entirety of the 2020 season.

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Canterbury are expected to ask for salary cap relief for their $1 million No. 6, as Foran continues his recovery posting on Instagram earlier this week: “For me it’s important to make sure that every day in recovery is not wasted. As I’m at home awaiting my second surgery, I will use this time to work on other areas of my body that need strengthening.

“I have a vision of where I need to get to, and will stop at nothing to get there. I will make an effort to share with you guys the work and effort I put into this rehabilitation.”

Kieran Foran undergoes rehab at home Source: Instagram

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And in a revealing interview, the Bulldog has conceded that he has failed to deliver having turned out in just 26 of 48 games since moving to Belmore.

“I haven’t produced bang for buck and I’ve spent more time on the sidelines than I have out on the field, but by no means do you sign a contract with the mentality of sitting out on the sidelines,” he told 9 News.

“I’ve already accepted that. I’ve acknowledged it. It is what it is. You’ll see just how much I love this game when the time comes.”

This latest injury has led to his 10th surgery since 2016, but Foran has rejected any suggestions he would retire.

“It’s not a choice for me,” he added.

Kieran Foran of the Kiwis leaves the field Source: Getty Images

“I haven’t achieved what I want to achieve in rugby league yet. I love the game, it’s the only thing I’ve ever done my whole life.

“Until I’ve got no choice but to walk away I’m not going to walk away.

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“As athletes you always have moments of doubt and question.

“My belief systems are really strong and I believe that it’s eventually going to turn for me.

“I know that if I put in the hard work and put in the effort, I’ve got to get the rewards eventually. That’s what I’m holding onto.”