The NRL is considering implementing a rookie entry draft system aimed at rewarding clubs for developing juniors and spreading talent equally across the 16 teams.
An NRL spokesman confirmed to AAP on Sunday the proposal had been floated at a meeting of club chief executives several months ago, but was very much in its infancy and wouldn't come into operation, if it was approved, until 2017.
"It is very much in the concept stage, and it would only come about after extensive consultation with the clubs, the Rugby League Players Association and in conjunction with the CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement)," the spokesman said."
The spokesman said the game's governing body was only considering implementing a entry level draft and there would not be one covering experienced players, as was the case when Terry Hill successful challenged the NSWRL draft in court in 1991.
South Sydney boss Shane Richardson has thrown his weight behind the proposal, calling for it to be fast-tracked for 2016.
