Western Force coach Richard Graham expects star playmaker James O'Connor to make a decision on his Super Rugby future within the next fortnight.
The Rebels, Brumbies and Reds are all trying to nab O'Connor for next season, while the Force are fighting hard to retain the classy Wallabies back.
Rumours are rife that O'Connor has all but signed on with the Rebels, but Graham said the uncertainty surrounding the 20-year-old's future had not distracted the Force this season.
"Listen, we've compartmentalised it to be honest," Graham said ahead of Saturday night's clash with the Bulls in Perth.
"It's a process that we know is going on in the background.
"James is conducting himself very well throughout the process and for us it's business as normal.
"I expect it to be resolved in the next fortnight (but) there are no time limits on it at this stage.
"We'll just continue to conduct our business behind closed doors and a decision will be made in due time."
The Bulls (4-4) are in danger of missing the finals after losing their past two matches, but Graham said the defending champions remain a formidable outfit.
"Any side that can bring Fourie Du Preez back in from the bench has wonderful depth," Graham said.
"They're a quality side and while they're going through a bit of a rough patch, they've still got any number of world class players in their squad."
The 13th-placed Force will be looking to make it two wins on the trot after last week's 27-19 win over the Brumbies in Canberra.
- AAP
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