Trent Barrett has received assurances from those close to him he should pursue the Cronulla coaching job if Shane Flanagan doesn't appeal his latest deregistration.

As popular assistants John Morris and Jim Dymock assume the role of caretaker coaches of the Sharks, Barrett remains well in the frame to lead the Sharks next year.

Cronulla bound? Former Manly coach Trent Barrett. Credit:AAP

If ever there was an NRL club with a group of players who could almost coach themselves, it is Cronulla.

You only had to take a quick look on Wednesday around the Aqua Room, which overlooks Shark Park, to realise how many experienced players the club will trot out next year.