Not the Panthers: Tigers’ outcast set to confirm new home in shock switch
He had reportedly been signed by Penrith.
Young
Wests Tigers' half had reportedly been signed, sealed and delivered to the
Penrith Panthers for 2023, however, it now appears a move interstate is on the cards.
Despite having
Adam Reynolds and
Ezra Mam on their roster, reports suggest the
Brisbane Broncos are the club who will ultimately land Madden's signature for 2023 and beyond.
The talented youngster, who is leaving the Tigers in search of more opportunities following the club's call to hang onto
Luke Brooks for 2023 -
and reportedly open discussions about a contract extension for 2024 and beyond - was reportedly in the sights of Penrith to replace
Sean O'Sullivan.
It would have given him a chance to learn in the
NRL's best system, and from a pair of State of Origin halves in
Nathan Cleary and
Jarome Luai.
Madden was also linked with the Dolphins,
Newcastle Knights,
Canberra Raiders and
Gold Coast Titans at various points this season as he weighed up his future.
News Corp are reporting however that Madden has agreed to link up with
Kevin Walters and the
Brisbane Broncos, who are looking to replace
Tyson Gamble, who last week moved to the
Newcastle Knights.
Gamble was part of Brisbane's side immediately following an injury to
Albert Kelly earlier in the season, but an injury cost him his place that he wouldn't get back until the final round of the season.
He was officially confirmed as a departure from Leichhardt during the club's final game of the season, but as yet is still waiting to sign an official contract.
He had reportedly been signed by Penrith.
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