Parramatta may be the beneficiaries of a fallout between Wests Tigers star Ryan Matterson and coach Michael Maguire that could result in him leaving Concord.

Just days after suffering a heartbreaking loss that cost them a finals spot, the Tigers are now facing the prospect of losing arguably their best player. Matterson is unsettled at the Tigers and has told those close to him he wants out. The star forward, who was 18th man for NSW for the final State of Origin game, has been at odds with Maguire and is aware he could earn more elsewhere.

Parramatta are ready to pounce if unsettled Wests Tigers star Ryan Matterson becomes available. Credit:AAP

Maguire and Matterson have met in a bid to resolve their issues, but he could be the man to make way at a club that has struggled to offload several other out-of-favour players.

Parramatta are one of several clubs aware of the dramas and could make a play if the 24-year-old becomes available. Ironically, Matterson was released from the Eels while still under contract after failing to make his mark on the club. At one point, he was dropped all the way down to the Ron Massey Cup after falling foul of coach Brad Arthur. However, he proved himself a player of promise during his stint at the Roosters and has further stepped up his game at the Tigers.