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Latrell Mitchell\u2019s advisor Matt Rose has contacted NRL boss Andrew Abdo to complain about \u201cpersonal attacks\u201d against the South Sydney star and raise concerns about his welfare.<\/p>\n

Rabbitohs officials gave the under-siege Mitchell the weekend off following a week of turmoil at the club that has revolved largely around the 26-year-old fullback. Mitchell wasn\u2019t at training on Sunday but is expected back on Monday.<\/p>\n

Rose, the founder of No Limit Boxing, called Abdo on Sunday afternoon to seek the NRL\u2019s assistance in protecting his close friend after the publication of a leaked text message from the son of South Sydney legend Clive Churchill calling Mitchell an \u201cimposter\u201d and a \u201ccancer\u201d at the club.<\/p>\n

It has prompted a stern response from the NRL boss, who called out the personal attacks as a \u201cblight on our game\u201d.<\/p>\n

Question marks over Mitchell\u2019s commitment to the Rabbitohs, and a perception of preferential treatment from coach Jason Demetriou, were at the centre of a disagreement that led to assistant coach Sam Burgess leaving the club last week.<\/p>\n

A report in the Herald<\/em> on Sunday detailing a text message heavily critical of Mitchell sent by Rod Churchill to Rabbitohs chairman Nick Pappas was the tipping point which prompted Rose to call Abdo.<\/p>\n

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Rabbitohs assistant coaches John Morris and Ben Hornby look at training as Latrell Mitchell jogs by on Wednesday.<\/span>Credit: <\/span>Kate Geraghty<\/cite><\/p>\n

Rose confirmed he had raised concerns with Abdo.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s fair game when someone has an opinion on people playing football, but it\u2019s the personal attacks by certain individuals that needs to be called out and removed from the game,\u201d Rose said.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt happens too regularly. When we\u2019re talking about the issues that people face on mental health and we advocate on how important they are, then in the same breath we throw all these kids under the bus if they don\u2019t get something right or live up to someone\u2019s standards. It\u2019s unfair.\u201d<\/p>\n

The text sent by Churchill, which was sent after Parramatta defeated Souths 36-12 in the NRL\u2019s Indigenous round in May, reads: \u201cWhere was the human headline Mitchell tonight Nicholas? Missing again, this was his big game apparently? Your club will not win another comp for another 40 years if this imposter remains at Souths.<\/p>\n

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Latrell Mitchell in Tamworth last month.<\/span>Credit: <\/span>Getty<\/cite><\/p>\n

\u201cHe is a complete myth who has the aboriginal cause paramount and south sydney second, if at all. I hope you and family are well. Nothing was done and now this cancer that is Mitchell has ruined the club.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mitchell, who will miss this Friday\u2019s crucial clash against the Roosters through suspension, wasn\u2019t at the club\u2019s family day and training session on Sunday. Instead, he was attending an indigenous cultural camp with children in rural NSW.<\/p>\n

Mitchell had been granted leave by the club given he is unavailable for this week\u2019s match and that he had not had time off during the bye rounds like most of his teammates.<\/p>\n

Abdo leapt to Mitchell\u2019s defence.<\/p>\n

\u201cLatrell is a leader in rugby league and one of the greatest players the game has seen in the last decade,\u201d Abdo told the Herald<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe is popular with fans young and old and has become a household name because he is without doubt one of the game\u2019s superstars. He also gives a tremendous amount to the community off the field.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe stands up for what he believes in and he makes a positive difference in many people\u2019s lives. The public criticism of Latrell or any player, when it is personal in nature, is a blight on our game. The game is built on respect and a fair go. That\u2019s what I expect from everyone connected with the game.\u201d<\/p>\n

Rod Churchill\u2019s comments have put pressure on the NRL to banish him from grand final day, where he is scheduled to present the man of the match award named in his father\u2019s honour.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe would consider any concerns expressed by the South Sydney club,\u201d ARLC chairman Peter V\u2019landys<\/strong> said.<\/p>\n

Sources with knowledge of the situation talking under the condition of anonymity to protect their identity said the Rabbitohs haven\u2019t lodged a complaint to the governing body and want the NRL to act of their own volition.<\/p>\n

V\u2019landys echoed Abdo\u2019s sentiment when it came to Mitchell. \u201cIt\u2019s time for people to back off Latrell,\u201d V\u2019landys said.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have a lot of time for him as a person. He\u2019s a very good human being. He is a role model both in the indigenous community and the rugby league community.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe\u2019s a champion player and at times people expect too much. We all have an off day. This however, doesn\u2019t give people the right to attack him in such a personal and hurtful way.\u201d<\/p>\n

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