Jerome Luai Signs With PNG Chiefs For 2028
Former Panthers player Luay will leave the Wests Tigers to play for the PNG Chiefs starting in their first NRL season in 2028. The move is described as a opportunity for the player and the landscape of rugby league. The transition is expected to provide financial benefits and position the player as a face of the game. Several Penrith Panthers players are reportedly considering options to play for the Chiefs starting in 2028. Players mentioned include Nathan Cleary, Mitch Kenny, Moses Leota, Liam Martin, Brian Tauho, and Isaiah Yeo. Panthers co-captain Isaiah Yeo admitted to looking at various options for his future. Penrith co-captain Isiah Yio described the signing as a smart move that will change the landscape of the sport.
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Sources · 7 independent
ABC NewsRadio AU
“The former Panthers star Luay will leave West's Tigers to play for the Chiefs in their first NRL Seventh season in 2028.”
2GB Sydney
“Isaiah Yeo, the Panthers' co-captain, admitting that, yes, I'm looking around at my options. I think we probably all will.”
ABC NewsRadio AU
“Wes Tiger's NRL captain Jerome Luy says it was difficult telling his teammates that he was leaving the club to join the PNG Chiefs.”
ABC NewsRadio AU
“Jerome Luai signing with the PNG Chiefs is exciting for the sport of rugby league. The former Panthers star Luay will leave West's Tigers to play for the Chiefs in their first NRL season in 2028.”
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