Carr was able to convince Cook, Mat Feagai and Tyrell Sloan to make the move from the Dragons to the English Super League in 2027.<\/p>\n
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But Carr\u2019s departure has led to speculation that the futures of the three Dragons are up in the air.<\/p>\n
At his post-match press conference following the 44-14 loss to the Bulldogs, Cook didn\u2019t say he was definitely heading to Castleford. <\/p>\n
\u201cNo, nothing really,\u201d Cook said when asked if he had any new information on the situation.<\/p>\n
\u201cA couple of weeks ago I sort of asked the question, but other than that, I just left it to them because I just want to really enjoy the end of my NRL career. <\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ll let them sort it out over there. I just really want to enjoy myself and the best way we can do that is playing really good footy and hopefully get the next two wins and put the club in a good position moving forward.\u201d<\/p>\n
Castleford Tigers confirmed Carr \u201cleft the club due to personal reasons\u201d <\/a>with the club\u2019s owner releasing a statement to silence the \u201cfrustrating media hysteria\u201d.<\/p>\n Dragons legend Billy Smith dies aged 84 | 00:44<\/p>\n Carr joined the Super League club ahead of their 2026 season, signing a three-year deal before a club investigation saw him stood down without a public explanation.<\/p>\n Tigers owner Martin Jepson released a statement on Friday, revealing some \u201cunforeseen events\u201d led to the club making the decision to part ways with their head coach.<\/p>\n \u201cI am sorry that Ryan Carr has left the club, but I wish him and his family well for their future,\u201d Jepson wrote in the statement.<\/p>\n \u201cWe have had a difficult set of circumstances to deal with and unfortunately not been in a position to provide more information to the fans. However, our actions have been, and always will be, in the best interests of the club.<\/p>\n \u201cIt has been frustrating to listen to media hysteria without being able to comment, but we have had to do the right thing by the club.<\/p>\n \u201cI would assure our fanbase that there is no turmoil or disharmony amongst the Board and the club is in a good place as we plan for our Centenary and continue to build for 2027.<\/p>\n Damien Cook has refused to comment on the situation at his next club, Castleford.Source: FOX SPORTS<\/p>\n \u201cUnfortunately, in all walks of life there are unforeseen events, but we have some experienced people working alongside me and helping steer the club. Their support over the last few weeks has been invaluable.\u201d<\/p>\n The 38-year-old mentor previously led the Dragons as an interim coach, recruiting Red V players Cook, Feagai and Sloan ahead of the 2027 season.<\/p>\n Carr\u2019s departure cast doubt on that trio\u2019s arrival, but Jepson made it clear that he had already been in contact with the NRL stars.<\/p>\n \u201cI appreciate that our performances on the pitch have been inconsistent and below expectations,\u201d he wrote.<\/p>\n \u201cThat is something we are addressing for 2027 with the exciting signings we have already made. We continue to assess our options and do not rule out more signings. <\/p>\n Get all the latest NRL news, highlights and analysis delivered straight to your inbox with Fox Sports Sportmail. Sign up now!!!<\/a><\/p>\n Isaako scores controversial Phins try | 00:47<\/p>\n \u201cOn the subject of signings, Chris Chester and myself had a good call with all Damien, Mathew and Tyrell yesterday and all of them are finalising their moves and looking forward to joining the club.\u201d<\/p>\n During Carr\u2019s time away from the Tigers, Sloan was the first to speak out, saying he had been \u201cleft in the dark\u201d about his former coach\u2019s future.<\/p>\n