The NRL has set a precedent after allowing Shaun Kenny-Dowall to continue to play while facing domestic violence charges. The Roosters and Kiwi star was subsequently cleared in court. Optimistic of Radradra's return: Michael Jennings. Credit:Peter Rae "It is a matter for the club at the moment," an NRL spokesperson said. Ting has engaged Elias Tabchouri, the lawyer who acted on behalf of Sydney balcony killer Simon Gittany, to handle the matter. Ting is currently residing in a home provided by the Eels and Tabchouri hoped the club would continue to provide her with accommodation. "Right now, our primary concern is to ensure she is OK and supported," Tabchouri said.

"She is here alone in this country and as an alleged victim of domestic violence she is very vulnerable. As her representative I can say that these are difficult times for her. The show goes on: Parramatta Eels players train on Wednesday morning without their star winger. Credit:Peter Rae "It's difficult for any complainant in domestic violence matters, it takes a lot of courage to make a complaint. We want to ensure her privacy is respected and while that may be difficult due to the profile of Semi, we don't want to turn this into a circus." Radradra was scheduled to join his Eels teammates for training at Old Saleyards Reserve on Wednesday but again failed to appear. Parramatta powerbrokers have extended the deadline for his return to Friday, which would give him time to prepare for Saturday's clash with table-topping Cronulla. However, those close to him are sceptical about the chances of him coming back and believe news of his relationship issues with Ting becoming public is a further disincentive for him to return. In an exclusive interview with Fairfax Media last weekend, Ting revealed Radradra had spoken of his desire to emulate Sonny Bill Williams by walking out on his NRL contract to switch to French rugby.

"In February he said that he would like to go to France to play union," Ting said. "He always talked about how Sonny Bill Williams did it. I think he will be going to France if they give him the chance to play union. "[Earlier this year] he said 'I'm going to call you, get ready to pack your bags, we're going to France'." Ting said Radradra was indebted to Parramatta for discovering him and helping him make the transition to Australia. However, she predicted he would not fulfil his obligations to the blue and golds because of the riches on offer overseas. NSW centre Michael Jennings, who has formed a formidable partnership with Radradra on Parramatta's left edge, is confident his teammate will return for the Cronulla encounter.

"I think he will come," Jennings said. "A few of the boys spoke to him, the coaching staff spoke to him and he will be back on Friday at training on Friday. "I don't think the players are taking it personally or getting angry with what Semi has done. We understand he's going through some issues at the moment. As long as his head is right and he wants to come and play, the boys will welcome him back with open arms." Given he has already missed the Monday and Wednesday deadlines placed upon him, there are doubts about whether Radradra will return at all. However, Eels hooker Isaac De Gois was hopeful the Dally M winger of the year will be back to take on the Sharks.

"Semi is Semi, he'll come back when he's ready to come back," De Gois said. Loading "If it's Friday, it's Friday, if it's Saturday, it's Saturday. As long as he's back I'm happy. "From what I know he is going to come back and we're looking forward to seeing him soon."