In a stunning move that’s shaking the NRL, the **No. 1 ranked player in the United States** has confirmed his commitment to the **Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles**, turning down offers from the Newcastle Knights, Wests Tigers, and Gold Coast Titans.
Valued for his explosive pace, game-breaking footwork, and off-season dominance in the US rugby scene, this athlete had sparked a fierce recruitment battle among four clubs. Rumours swirled that the Knights pitched a long-term marquee deal, the Tigers offered development pathways with guaranteed NRL minutes, and the Titans dangled the chance to pair him with emerging stars. Ultimately, though, the Sea Eagles secured his signature with incentives tied to club culture, mentorship programs, and first-grade exposure.
Sea Eagles coach Anthony Seibold celebrated the coup, calling it a “defining acquisition” and praising the player’s commitment to joining one of the most ambitious squads on the east coast. Fans are already buzzing—and along with hopes for commercial growth in the American market, there’s increasing excitement about how this signing might elevate Manly’s on-field performance in 2026.
While contract specifics have been kept under wraps, the consensus within league circles is that this signing marks a major statement of intent from Sea Eagles management—and could signal a broader trend of NRL clubs looking overseas for talent pipe
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