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Sam Burgess could be in line for a sensational return to South Sydney as the Rabbitohs look to fend off interest from the Dolphins.
According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Rabbitohs co-owner Russell Crowe is considering bringing the former NRL star back to Redfern as an assistant coach.
The former England international has been offered a similar role by the Dolphins, with Wayne Bennett keen to add Burgess to his coaching staff ahead of the club's inaugural NRL campaign next season.
Sam Burgess could make a shock return to the Rabbitohs in a coaching role
However, the Herald reports the Bunnies are plotting a last-ditch effort to convince Burgess to return to the club with whom he won the 2014 Grand Final.
The decision comes after Souths were thrashed 32-12 by St George on Thursday night, a game in which they trailed by 32 points at halftime.
The Rabbitohs are seventh but their defensive frailties have been repeatedly exposed this season and they have the second-worst point differential of any team
