The more I think about this (which is a lot - I'm not being very productive at work today) the more I think that these Cronulla investors have approached the FFA wanting to set up a team. The FFA don't want to wait to the next TV deal to introduce them but can't afford to give them the salary cap money before then because its already being split 10 ways. Their solution is to force the Nix out so they can bring in the new guys. Presumably because they think they'll significantly increase TV ratings and consequently generate more cash from the next TV deal. Put simply, the FFA would rather have 3 Sydney teams next year than keep the Nix around.
My thoughts exactly. The FFA (with Fox) are wetting themselves over having an extra 6 Sydney derbies asap. We're the fall guys.