In a stunning move that sends shockwaves through the NRL, the Sydney Roosters’ star player has reportedly inked a **two‑year contract extension worth A$9.5 million** to join the Canberra Raiders.
According to sources inside the club, the deal secures one of the competition’s biggest free‑agent coups in recent memory — a marquee acquisition designed to elevate the Raiders’ spine and leadership core.
The 29‑year‑old standout was long‑rumoured to be weighing his options, with several top clubs monitoring the situation. Ultimately, Canberra won the bidding war, offering a combination of top‑tier salary, long‑term role guarantee, and an influential leadership position within the roster.
Already considered one of the Roosters’ elite talents, this move marks both a major shift in the player’s career and a strategic statement by the Raiders: chasing premiership success now.
Club insiders expect the player to assume a key play‑maker or forward leadership role, injecting experience and star power into the Raiders. For the Roosters, it’s a significant loss — though they may receive compensation and will now need to rebuild their depth chart.
More details — including exact salary breakdown, triggering performance bonuses, and official contract announcements — are expected to be released in the com
ing days.
