South Sydney launch review into club's TERRIBLE start to the NRL season that could see Jason Demetriou lose his job

Jason Demetriou's time at South Sydney could be over after the club launched a review into the team's terrible start to the season.

According to 9News, the club has called for an internal review of its football operations under the beleaguered coach following the 34-4 loss to New Zealand Warriors on Saturday night. 

'The club's power brokers are concerned with the direction the club is heading under Jason Demetriou,' Nine's Michael Chammas said on Sunday afternoon.

Demetriou took over from Wayne Bennett at the end of 2021 and signed a contract with the club until 2026.

However, should Souths part ways with Demetriou, they would only need to pay the coach out for nine months, due to a clause in his contract.

The board is set to meet on April 30. 

'There is every chance that if South Sydney doesn't get the results against Cronulla, Jason Demetriou's time at the club could be numbered,' Chammas said. 

Bennett is reportedly viewed as a frontrunner to succeed his Bunnies successor, while Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy is also in the running. Both veteran coaches are currently available from next season.

'The club feels they need an experienced coach given that they are struggling at the moment under Jason Demetriou,' Chammas said. 

Sam Burgess is also a contender, with the Souths legend impressing with Warrington Wolves. However, a move appears tricky given the club's hierarchy sided with Demetriou during a rift between the pair last year.