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The powerhouse Kiwi wants out of Concord immediately and there's a more than reasonable chance the board won't stand in his way.
Taupau feels the culture at the Tigers is toxic while some of those on the other side of the fence aren't exactly enamoured with his attitude.
There are also concerns the man they call 'Kapow' won't quite pack the punch he did this year when the number of interchanges is reduced next season.
But that hasn't stopped Manly and a host of other clubs making some discreet enquiries, with the Sea Eagles way out in front.
Taupau won't be at the Tigers in 2017 so they may decide to cut him loose early.
Don't believe the spin the Tigers will put on it – Taupau is a big, big loss.