Latrell Mitchell is considering a shock switch to rugby after his advisors sounded out Rugby Australia about the prospect of joining the 15-man game.

With his NRL options rapidly dwindling, the Herald can reveal an approach was made on behalf of Mitchell to RA to gauge whether there is interest in the NSW and Australian centre. The enquiry could be the first step towards a change of codes if rugby officials believe he is a genuine Wallabies prospect.

Latrell Mitchell could make a shock switch to rugby. Credit:AAP

The Roosters and Tigers have pulled lucrative offers from the table that would have secured Mitchell’s long-term future.

The premiers want to get the 22-year-old off their books as soon as possible, despite the fact he is contracted for 2020. The Tigers also became frustrated after they felt their offer was being used as a fallback option.