“Of course he is.”

They are the words of coach Des Hasler who has rubbished claims Canterbury Bulldogs captain James Graham is set to be discarded by the club to make room for Aaron Woods.

Asked whether Graham would see out his time at the Bulldogs, Hasler confidently replied, “Of course he is”.

Speaking to the media on Thursday, Hasler also said negotiations with five-eigth Josh Reynolds were coming along nicely and that a move to Cronulla was off the mark.

“That’s speculation, purely,” Hasler said.

“Negotiations and discussions are quite fruitful.

“He’s an important part (of the club).”

Recent reports suggest Reynolds had priced himself out of discussions with the Belmore club with Sharks coach and good friend Shane Flanagan publically showing interest.