“His days are expired”: Sattler concedes Arthur’s tenure as Eels coach is likely over

SEN’s Scott Sattler has reluctantly admitted that Parramatta Eels coach Brad Arthur’s days are numbered as his side continues to struggle in 2024.

After missing out on finals in 2023, Parramatta hasn’t shown many signs of improvement this year and currently sit in 14th place with three wins from their first seven games.

The Eels’ stunning loss to the Dolphins last Friday night only highlighted their flaws on both sides of the ball and has put serious pressure on Arthur, who is in the midst of his 11th season as head coach.

“I think Brad Arthur’s time at Parra is probably done,” Sattler said on SEN 1170 Sportsday.

“But in saying that, he still would be good for another club, I think he’d still be really good for another club that needs a coach that’s experienced… as a head coach.

“His days are just expired at the moment at Parra, unfortunately. It’s too difficult for him to get his point across.

Arthur’s comments after his side’s loss to the Dolphins left many fans concerned, as he labelled his team as a “part-time footy team” that picks and chooses when they want to play well, and put in an effort on defence.

“For a couple of years I’ve said it, I think a few people have said it also, they seem to be a mentally fragile side,” Sattler added.

“The only people that can change that are the players.”

The Eels’ start to the 2024 season doesn’t get any easier as they host the high-flying Manly Sea Eagles on Friday night.