And high-profile Brisbane Broncos ace Lockyer, the captain of Australia, is believed to be the player he wants to see step into
Barrett's boots at the JJB Stadium next season.

Lenagan's imminent arrival Down Under has fuelled a whirlwind of speculation that Lockyer is firmly in his sights as a straight swap for Barrett who has announced he's heading home in 2009.
Lockyer, 31, would be one of the biggest NRL names recruited by Warriors.

And the chances of pulling off this coup have been boosted by comments from Broncos chief executive Bruno Cullen, who said: "You would hate to let go a player who has given such great service.
"But if there is something that's fantastic for a player like Darren for the next two or three years, you must consider it.
"I would hate to sound like I'm suggesting he should do it, but Darren has been here close to 15 years."

Brisbane are definitely parting company with head coach Wayne Bennett, who has been with Broncos as long as Lockyer.

Cullen added:"The last thing our new coach Ivan Henjak needs is for Darren to be taking off. But he has only got a year to go and everyone moves on.
"It is real tricky, but out of respect to Darren, we would talk to him about what was on the table."

Lockyer's agent George Mimis has described the Wigan link as 'fanciful'.
But he admitted he will be meeting Lenagan.

Mimis said: "Most of the Super League interest over here is fanciful.
"Lockyer's name is such a big name and such a big brand that he is an easy target for Super League clubs to get some publicity.
"I understand the owner of Wigan is coming this week to see me, but Darren is contracted to Broncos until the end of 2009."

Lenagan will be seeking assurances on Lockyer's continuing problems with his reconstructed knee.
He will undergo keyhole surgery in the next fortnight to alleviate
persistent pain in the troubled joint, which has forced him out of Friday's Centenary Test against New Zealand in Sydney.