But as it stands, Gould says, it’s the only option for NRL clubs, but possibly the wrong one.

Fourteen clubs entered a vote of no confidence last week after Grant reneged on a funding agreement with the matter coming to a head at a meeting on December 20.

Grant has the backing of NRL boss Todd Greenberg, but removing Grant may be the only way forward after clubs lost all trust in him.

“At the moment, the action against John Grant is the only action available to the clubs, so they’ve taken it to make a stand and make a statement,” Gould told EON Sports Radio on Friday.

“That is their only option.

“It’s not personal against John. It’s just that where the constitution is at the moment and where the rights of the clubs can be most expressed is, I guess, to de-vote and remove the chairman.”

To remove Grant clubs require a minimum 14 votes from the game’s 26 shareholders made up of the 16 clubs, the NSWRL, the QRL and the eight commissioners.

And the have the numbers after fourteen clubs signed a letter to the ARLC backing the emergency meeting.

The NRL-owned Gold Coast Titans and Newcastle Knights did not sign.

“I’m not sure (getting rid of Grant) solves the problem,” Gould said. “Once John is removed, the clubs have no power under the constitution to appoint his replacement.

“If the money’s not there, the money’s not there.

“So I guess John is paying the penalty for whatever has led to this particular situation.”