Coach Paul McGregor has survived the axe from the St George Illawarra board after an emergency meeting on Tuesday morning.

Many believed McGregor was about to be given his marching orders but there appears to be some financial issues around releasing McGregor from his contract.

“Although the board acknowledges the club’s performances so far throughout 2020 have been unacceptable; we will continue to support Paul, his staff and the team through these tough times,” Dragons Chairman Andrew Gordon said.

“We are committed to Paul as coach of the St George Illawarra Dragons and look forward to seeing him right the wrongs of the opening month of the current campaign.

“We are a club that stands by our people when under pressure. This is a time for loyalty, strength and commitment from the players, coach, board and staff to improve.”