Raper is leaving Wigan at the end of the season
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Wigan boss Stuart Raper has rejected claims that he has lined up a coaching job with an Australian side following his decision to leave the JJB Stadium.
Raper is leaving Wigan at the end of the season to return to his native Australia.
He cited family reasons for calling an end to his seven-year stay in England and believes that coping with the high-pressure role at Wigan will stand him in good stead in Australia's National Rugby League.
"I can categorically say that I haven't got a job to go to," he said.
"My name has been linked with Cronulla, but I've had no contact with them and Chris Anderson is still contracted there for another year.
"I will be making contact with a number of clubs back in Australia and I'm hopeful that maybe something will come up.
"I will back my ability as a coach. I think I have a reasonable record. But it's all about timing and being in the right place at the right time.
"I believe I have the capabilities to handle a first-grade job in Australia. I think I can handle the pressures of any job after handling this job, with what goes on.
"There are more dramas and rumours than at any other club I've ever seen."
Raper, who revealed his decision was made two weeks ago, insisted that he would not be working alongside his successor if he is appointed before the end of the season.
"As far as I am concerned, I will not be working alongside the new coach if he comes from outside (the club)," he said.
"I've got a job until October and I'll be doing it."
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