Latrell Mitchell is reportedly considering a shock switch to rugby union.

According to a report by the Sydney Morning Herald, Latrell Mitchell's team made an approach to Rugby Australia to see if there was any interest.

The move comes after the Wests Tigers withdrew their formal offer for Mitchell, but confirmed they are still interested in signing the Roosters centre.

The Gold Coast Titans and South Sydney Rabbitohs are two other NRL clubs who are reportedly keen on Mitchell's services.

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Fans were quick to vent their frustration at what appears to be a move by Latrell's management to drum up his asking price.

Latrell's manager is a dead set kumquat, you use the Union bait BEFORE the offers are on the table, not after they've all been pulled — Brendan Johnson (@the_red_heifer) November 29, 2019





Latrell to rugby?



Whoever is in this bloke’s ear has absolutely no idea.



Seriously, as much as I loathe them, why wouldn’t they accept 800k from the Roosters first up?



One of the best young talents in the game, receiving the worst advice imaginable. #nrl #sillyseason — Nick McGrath (@nickmcgrath4) November 29, 2019





#NRL Oh the Latrell Mitchell link to #rugbyunion was just a matter of time... — Summer Sports Ball (@crowdiegal) November 29, 2019





If Latrell ends up in rugby his advisors should be charged with crimes against humanity — Fire Up! (@FireUpOnFBI) November 29, 2019





Here we go. Now Latrell Mitchell's manager is shopping his client to rugby. Simply a ploy to get a bigger NRL deal. No cred. https://t.co/kKPgZNMsY4 — Observer (@rugby_whisperer) November 29, 2019





Sporting News contributor and writer for The Australian, Brent Read, described the handling of Mitchell's contract negotiations as 'ham-fisted'.

Now Latrell’s people have played the rugby union card, there’s only one thing left - the NFL!! Not sure who is advising Latrell - he seems to have about 3 managers - but can’t remember a more ham-fisted handling in recent years. — Brent Read (@brentread_7) November 29, 2019





While there was some belief that maybe it would be a good way for Rugby Australia to spend the money freed up by the sacking of Israel Folau.

So Rugby Australia should technically have 1.5 mil to sign Latrell Mitchell from Folau's contract right.. — Joe Trescothick (@JT_Sports123) November 29, 2019





While most believe Mitchell will still end up in rugby league, there don't seem to be a lot of offers left for him on the table right now.

Mal Meninga confirmed that the Titans are still unsure whether they want to pursue Mitchell, while the Rabbitohs will have to wait to see the outcome of their salary cap compensation for the medical retirement of Sam Burgess.