Regardless of the circumstances over his return to England, simply 18 months into his Wests profession, Bateman continues to be beneath contract with the NRL membership.
The England ahead joins Warrington for the tail finish of a formidable season beneath Burgess, with the Wire within the body on the prime of Tremendous League.
“The largest factor I’ve thought of is my household. My accomplice is from Australia and is over there for the time being with my little fella, in order that’s a giant factor,” he stated.
“Her head fell off, I will be sincere, as a result of it was talked about on Tuesday after which I used to be reserving flights.
“It was coming to phrases with that however as soon as that was sorted, I used to be able to go.”
Bateman is beneath contract with Wests for the 2025 and 2026 seasons and is adamant that he won’t but be returning to England on a everlasting foundation.
“I’ve to honour my contract there, they’ve given me the chance to come back over right here and I recognize it is a massive factor,” Bateman added.
“We did not have a lot to play for over there in order that’s in all probability why they have been greater than eager for me to do it.
“I’ve received two years left and we’ll should see what’s stated. I do not learn about their finish however on my finish I’ve received a home over there so I will be going again.”