In a surprise move, Gehrig nominates for the national draft while holidaying in Europe despite having announced his retirement just three months ago.

Gehrig signalled his intentions to rejoin the Saints after speaking to coach Ross Lyon and general manager of football operations Matthew Drain.

However, Drain remained uncommitted quoting several possible issues with drafting the dual Coleman medallist. "That's things like our cap position, him being 100 per cent committed and then his body's the other issue."

Gehrig's nomination for the national draft appeared to draw little interest from any of the other clubs apart from the Saints.