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Morkel targeted as potential Kolpak signing - chairman - 08-13-2017
South Africa could be dealt for another blow as Morne Morkel weighs up his future in international cricket. ESPNcricinfo understands that at least three counties are pursuing him as a Kolpak signing ahead of the 2018 season.
One of those counties is Warwickshire, with a London club also believed to be interested. Morkel is understood to be considering his options.
While the news will cause concern in South Africa, who are reeling from a spate of Kolpak-related losses, it might make sense from Morkel's perspective. He will turn 33 in October and could view a long-term county deal as a secure and lucrative way to see out his career.
He might also be nervous about the possibility of the Kolpak window closing. There is some suggestion that, as a result of the referendum vote to leave the EU, the relevant trade deal that allows such players to qualify might become obsolete to those wanting to work in the UK.
Re: Morkel targeted as potential Kolpak signing - bobby - 08-13-2017
I don't really understand this Kolpak thing. How would Morkel earn more playing for a county than he would playing for the national side? I understand why someone not guaranteed to play for SA might make the move but Morkel is definitely going to play.
Re: Morkel targeted as potential Kolpak signing - to7update - 08-13-2017
I suppose that if he goes to a London club he will not play at all for his national side, and it's no surprise that a bigger economic power can come from there.