Bit of juniors movement today.
- Jirah Momoisea has been upgraded from a developmental deal to the top 30, and has signed an extension until the end of 2022.
- Knights chasing Toni Mataele, 17 year old Eels junior and junior Blues rep.
second rower I thinkWhat position does the Toni Mataele lad play?
Big back-rower from what I've read, can't find much more info on him
Toohey's News
- Negotiations to re-sign Connor Watson have kicked off. O'Brien is a big fan and notes how important the #14 role has become.
- Ball still in Ponga's court re: upgrade and extension.
- Recruitment priority for 2021 is a star back-rower, Felise Kaufusi has been discussed but has a player option for 2 further seasons in Melbourne if he chooses.
- Knights will begin season well under the cap barring a Ponga extension or big name back-rower suddenly becoming available.
- Bradman Best is already signed through 2022 but could be offered an upgrade if he lives up to expectations this season. Knights don't want another Ramien situation.
Toohey's News
- Negotiations to re-sign Connor Watson have kicked off. O'Brien is a big fan and notes how important the #14 role has become.
- Ball still in Ponga's court re: upgrade and extension.
- Recruitment priority for 2021 is a star back-rower, Felise Kaufusi has been discussed but has a player option for 2 further seasons in Melbourne if he chooses.
- Knights will begin season well under the cap barring a Ponga extension or big name back-rower suddenly becoming available.
- Bradman Best is already signed through 2022 but could be offered an upgrade if he lives up to expectations this season. Knights don't want another Ramien situation.
There’s the big-name back-rower we seem to be waiting for.https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nr...s/news-story/9b4256e55829c05e7a208b73cf8e1bfb
Knights after Tyson Frizell
Knights set to meet with Frizell again next week. Dragons also have a 3-year deal tabled but will struggle to match the Knights offer.
https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/...test-star-tyson-frizell-from-dragons/?cs=7580