Mansour represented Souths in the lower grades, earning NYC winger of the year selection after impressing during the 2010 season. After graduating to feeder team North Sydney, he was signed by the Panthers.
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Until recently, it has been a happy relationship at the foot of the mountains. The 30-year-old has made all of his 158 NRL appearances for Penrith, where he has become a senior player and represented NSW and Australia. Club powerbrokers, however, tapped him on shoulder after the grand final loss to Melbourne to inform him he would likely be making way to allow Ivan Cleary to include young outside backs like Stephen Crichton, Brian To’o, Brent Naden, Charlie Staines and Matt Burton in his side.
The Panthers are prepared to pay some of Mansour’s freight, which could result in the Rabbitohs picking up the Lebanon international at a bargain price.
Allan impressed at fullback at the end of last season when stepping into the role for the injured Latrell Mitchell. Those performances could be enough to earn the No.1 jersey at the Bulldogs or another club.
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Naden was sanctioned under new the World Anti-Doping Code’s new rules for 2021, which permit a one-month suspension for athletes who can prove the drug was taken recreationally. The athlete also must commit to undertaking a rehab program to qualify for the reduced suspension.
Naden did not contest the positive sample but told Sports Integrity Australia he took the drug the day ahead of the grand final, which aligned with the low levels found in his sample.
Panthers star Brent Naden returned a positive test for cocaine after the 2020 grand final.Credit:NRL Photos
Sports Integrity Australia came to the conclusion Naden would have not taken the drugs so far in advance if he had taken them to improve his performance in the grand final.
His ban was backdated to the day his provisional suspension was handed down on December 1, leaving Naden free to return to training and competition from January 1.
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Penrith chief executive Brian Fletcher said Naden was expected to return to pre-season training next week.
The Panthers do not expect any heavy sanctions to come from the potential bubble breach and are happy for him to return to training while that investigation is ongoing.
“Our club acknowledges the penalty handed to Brent Naden by the NRL in relation to his use of a recreational drug,” he said. “Brent has come to understand the significant impact of his actions on his family, our club and the game of rugby league.
“He similarly understands how fortunate he is to have the opportunity to return to the NRL in 2021.”
The Panthers are also unhappy at suggestions in the media they were aware of Naden’s drug use before choosing to play him on grand final day, with the club considering its legal options.
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The NRL has confirmed a one-month suspension for Panthers centre Brent Naden, backdated to the date of his provisional suspension.
Naden was provisionally suspended on December 1 after testing positive to cocaine on the night of the grand final loss to Melbourne.
It was established that Naden’s ingestion of cocaine was out-of-competition and not for performance-enhancing purposes.
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As such, he has been sanctioned in accordance with the new provisions of the incoming World Anti-Doping Code 2021, Naden has been handed a one-month suspension.
That period is backdated to the date of his provisional suspension which means he is allowed to go back to training and competition on January 1, 2021.
He is also required to undertake an approved rehabilitation program.
In a statement the Penrith Panthers CEO Brian Fletcher said:
“Our club acknowledges the penalty handed to Brent Naden by the NRL in relation to his use of a recreational drug.
“Brent has come to understand the significant impact of his actions on his family, our club and the game of Rugby League.
“He similarly understands how fortunate he is to have the opportunity to return to the NRL in 2021.
“With the support of Panthers staff and his family, Brent continues to work through his personal issues with a view to reaching his full potential on and off the field.
“We anticipate he will return to Panthers pre-season training following the completion of his suspension.”
Penrith star Brent Naden is free to return to training on January 1 after he escaped with a one-month ban for cocaine use following the NRL grand final.
The sanction was announced on Tuesday at the end of anti-doping processes held by Sport Integrity Australia and the NRL, and is backdated to the start of his provisional suspension on December 1.
The NRL released a statement saying the penalty is in line with new provisions of the incoming World Anti-Doping Code 2021, which has slashed penalties for cocaine use provided the athlete can establish it was used out of competition and was unrelated to sport performance.
“Having established that the ingestion of the cocaine was out-of-competition and not for performance enhancing purposes, Naden is sanctioned in accordance with new provisions of the incoming World Anti-Doping Code 2021 which permit a one-month period of ineligibility for qualifying athletes who also undertake an approved rehabilitation program,” the NRL said.
“The sanction will come into effect on 1 January 2021 with the commencement of the new WADA Code.”
The NRL said the penalty only related to the anti-doping breach and the 24-year-old outside back could face further sanctions, with the matter to be reviewed in the new year.
Naden entered a rehabilitation facility in Sydney to deal with drug and alcohol issues after fronting Panthers staff in the days following the grand final loss to Melbourne, admitting recreational drug use.
The Panthers said they continued to support Naden, who was “working through his personal issues”.
“Our club acknowledges the penalty handed to Brent Naden by the NRL in relation to his use of a recreational drug,” said Panthers boss Brian Fletcher.
“Brent has come to understand the significant impact of his actions on his family, our club and the game of rugby league.
“He similarly understands how fortunate he is to have the opportunity to return to the NRL in 2021.”
The club said Naden would be back at pre-season training next week.
Sport Integrity Australia ruled the one-month period be backdated to the date of his provisional suspension meaning he will be able to return to training and competition on January 1.
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Penrith chief executive Brian Fletcher said Naden is expected to return to pre-season training next week.
“Our club acknowledges the penalty handed to Brent Naden by the NRL in relation to his use of a recreational drug,” he said. “Brent has come to understand the significant impact of his actions on his family, our club and the game of rugby league.
“He similarly understands how fortunate he is to have the opportunity to return to the NRL in 2021.”
Fletcher said Naden was “continuing to work” through his personal issues.
“We anticipate he will return to Panthers pre-season training following the completion of his suspension,” Fletcher said.
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The Penrith Panthers have released forward Zane Tetevano from the final year of his contract to join the Super League.
Tetevano is expected to take up a three-year deal with Leeds Rhinos in the English competition in the coming days.
“Zane had an extraordinary impact on our young squad following his arrival at the club last season,” Panthers general manager Matt Cameron said.
“He consistently elevated our training sessions with his professionalism and played an important role in the team’s success in 2020.
“We’ve granted Zane’s request for a release out of respect to him and his family, in consideration of the valuable opportunity they’ve been presented by Leeds Rhinos.
“We wish to thank Leeds Rhinos and Zane’s manager Wayde Rushton for their co-operation through this process.
“We also extend our thanks to Zane for his service to Panthers and wish him the best of luck in the Super League.”
Tetevano played 19 NRL matches for Penrith this year, averaging over 100 running metres per game.
Having previously represented the Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights, the 30-year-old also played three Test matches for New Zealand in 2019.
“While it’s difficult to leave Panthers, I’m extremely grateful to the club for allowing my family and I to take up this opportunity,” Tetevano said.
“My time at Penrith was one of the most enjoyable years of my career.
“I want to thank everyone involved with the club for their support and wish them all the best for the future.”
Zane Tetevano has left the Penrith Panthers a year early to take up a three-year deal with Super League powerhouse Leeds.
The 30-year-old joined the Panthers last season, playing an integral role in their minor premiership victory and their run to the grand final.
A Kiwi international, Tetevano had previously been at the Roosters and Newcastle.
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“Zane had an extraordinary impact on our young squad following his arrival at the club last season,” Panthers general manager Matt Cameron said.
“He consistently elevated our training sessions with his professionalism and played an important role in the team’s success in 2020.
“We’ve granted Zane’s request for a release out of respect to him and his family, in consideration of the valuable opportunity they’ve been presented by Leeds Rhinos.
“We wish to thank Leeds Rhinos and Zane’s manager Wayde Rushton for their cooperation through this process.
“We also extend our thanks to Zane for his service to Panthers and wish him the best of luck in the Super League.”
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FULL NRL TRANSFER CENTRE
BRONCOS
2021 squad: Jesse Arthars (2021), Patrick Carrigan (2022), Xavier Coates (2021), Dale Copley (2021), Brodie Croft (2022), Thomas Dearden (2021), Herbie Farnworth (2022), Thomas Flegler (2023), Alex Glenn (2021), Payne Haas (2024), Jamayne Isaako (2022), Rhys Kennedy (2022), Richie Kennar (2022), Matt Lodge (2022, PO 23, 24), Andrew McCullough (2021), Anthony Milford (2021), Corey Oates (2021, PO 22), Cory Paix (2022), Keenan Palasia (2021), Tevita Pangai Jr (2022), Jordan Riki (2021) Kotoni Staggs (2021), Jake Turpin (2021, PO 22).
TBC: Jamil Hopoate (2020), Jordan Kahu (2020), Issac Luke (2020), Izaia Perese (2020), Ben Te’o (2020), Ilikena Vudogo (2020)
2021 gains: Andrew McCullough (Knights), Dale Copley (Titans)
2021 losses: Darius Boyd (retirement), David Fifita (Titans), Jack Bird (Dragons), Matt Gillett (retired), Sean O’Sullivan (Warriors), Joe Ofahengaue (Tigers)
New deal: Thomas Flegler (2023)
Coach: Kevin Walters (2023)
RAIDERS
2021 squad: Caleb Aekins (2021), Adam Cook (2021), Jarrod Croker (2024), Matt Frawley (2021), Emre Guler (2021), Corey Harawira-Naera (2022), Siliva Havili (2021), Josh Hodgson (2022), Corey Horsburgh (2022), Ryan James (2022) Dunamis Lui (2021), Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (2023), Josh Papalii (2024, PO 25), Jordan Rapana (2021), Harry Rushton (2023), Curtis Scott (2023), Bailey Simonsson (2023), Harley Smith-Shields (2021), Sia Soliola (2021), Tom Starling (2022), Ryan Sutton (2022), Joe Tapine (2023), Matt Timoko (2022), Semi Valemei (2021), Elliott Whitehead (2022), Jack Wighton (2024), George Williams (2022), Sam Williams (2021), Hudson Young (2021).
2021 gains: Caleb Aekins (Panthers), Harry Rushton (Wigan), Ryan James (Titans)
2021 losses: Nick Cotric (Bulldogs), John Bateman (Wigan), Michael Oldfield (Eels), Andre Niko, Kurt Baptiste (Sunshine Coast Falcons)
New deal: Jordan Rapana (2021)
Coach: Ricky Stuart (2023)
BULLDOGS
2021 squad: Jake Averillo (2023), Dean Britt (2021), Nick Cotric (2024) Christian Crichton (2021), Adam Elliott (2023), Raymond Faitala-Mariner (2022), Kyle Flanagan (2023), Jack Hetherington (2022), Will Hopoate (2021), Josh Jackson (2023), Sione Katoa (2021), Lachlan Lewis (2021), Jeremy Marshall-King (2021), Nick Meaney (2021), Dylan Napa (2021), Ofahiki Ogden (2021), Jayden Okunbor (2021), Chris Smith (2021), Joe Stimson (2022), Renouf To’omaga (2021), Corey Waddell (2023), Brandon Wakeham (2022), Dallin Watene-Zelezniak (2022) Luke Thompson (2023)
2021 gains: Jack Hetherington (Panthers) Nick Cotric (Raiders), Corey Waddell (Sea Eagles), Kyle Flanagan (Roosters)
2021 losses: Sauaso Sue (Knights), Reimis Smith (Storm), Kerrod Holland (retirement) Kieran Foran (Sea Eagles), Marcelo Montoya (Warriors), Aiden Tolman (Sharks), Jack Cogger, Tim Lafai, Isaiah Tass (all unsigned)
2022 gains: Matt Burton (Panthers), Josh Addo-Carr (Bulldogs)
Coach: Trent Barrett (2023)
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SHARKS
2021 squad: Blayke Brailey (2022), Josh Dugan (2021), Andrew Fifita (2022), Wade Graham (2022), Braden Hamlin-Uele (2022), Royce Hunt (2022), Shaun Johnson (2021), Sione Katoa (2023), William Kennedy (2021), Billy Magoulias (2021), Matt Moylan (2021), Ronaldo Mulitalo (2023), Briton Nikora (2022), Jesse Ramien (2023), Toby Rudolf (2021), Aiden Tolman (2021) Chad Townsend (2023), Connor Tracey (2021), Braydon Trindall (2021), Jack Williams (2022), Teig Wilton (2023), Aaron Woods (2021), Bronson Xerri (2021), Nene Macdonald (2021), Siosifa Talakai (2021)
2021 squad: Tanah Boyd (2022), AJ Brimson (2022), Erin Clark (2021), Anthony Don (2021), Herman Ese’ese (2022) Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (2023), Darius Farmer (2021), David Fifita (2023), Jamal Fogarty (2022), Moeaki Fotuaika (2022), Beau Fermor (2022), Patrick Herbet (2021) Jaimin Joliffe (2022), Brian Kelly (2023), Greg Leleisiuao (2021), Sam Lisone (2022), Sam McIntyre (2022) Tyrone Peachey (2021), Jonus Pearson (2021), Kevin Proctor (2021), Mitch Rein (2021), Phillip Sami (2022), Treymain Spry (2021), Ash Taylor (2021), Corey Thompson (2022), Jarrod Wallace (2022), Jai Whitbread (2021)
2021 gains: Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Storm), Herman Ese’ese (Knights), David Fifita (Broncos) Patrick Herbert (Warriors), Sam McIntyre (Tigers)
TBC: Sam Stone (2020)
2021 losses: Dale Copley (Broncos), Bryce Cartwright (Eels), Jai Arrow (Rabbitohs), Ryan James (Raiders), Keegan Hipgrave (Eels), Shannon Boyd (retirement), Tyrone Roberts, Nathan Peats (unsigned), Kallum Watkins (released mid-season to Salford)
New deal: Brian Kelly (2023)
Coach: Justin Holbrook (2024)
SEA EAGLES
2021 squad: Josh Aloiai (2023), Morgan Boyle (2021), Daly Cherry-Evans (2023), Lachlan Croker (2021), Cade Cust (2022), Andrew Davey (2022), Kieran Foran (2021), Manase Fainu (2023), Addin Fonua-Blake (2022), Tevita Funa (2021), Reuben Garrick (2021), Jack Gosiewski (2021), Morgan Harper (2022), Sean Keppie (2023), Haumole Olakau’ata (2021, CO 22), Brad Parker (2021), Taniela Paseka (2024), Jason Saab (2023), Josh Schuster (2021), Toafofoa Sipley (2021), Curtis Sironen (2021), Moses Suli (2023), Jorge Taufua (2023), Martin Taupau (2022), Jake Trbojevic (2026), Tom Trbojevic (2026), Christian Tuipulotu (2024), Dylan Walker (2021)
2021 gains: Kieran Foran (Bulldogs), Andrew Davey (Eels), Jason Saab (Dragons), Christian Tuipulotu (Roosters), Josh Aloiai (Tigers)
TBC: Albert Hopoate (2020), Luke Metcalf (2020), Samuel Smith (2020)
2021 losses: Joel Thompson (St Helens), Corey Waddell (Bulldogs), Addin Fonua-Blake (Warriors), Danny Levi, Brendan Elliott, Tony Williams (all unsigned)
Coach: Des Hasler (2021)
STORM
2021 squad: Josh Addo-Carr (2021), Nelson Asofa-Solomona (2023), Jesse Bromwich (2022), Kenny Bromwich (2022, PO 23), Thomas Eisenhuth (2022), Dale Finucane (2021), Harry Grant (2024) Jack Howarth (2022), Jahrome Hughes (2021), Nicho Hynes (2021), Ryley Jacks (2021), George Jennings (2022), Tui Kamikamica (2022, CO 23), Felise Kaufusi (2021, PO 22), Max King (2021), Chris Lewis (2022) Isaac Lumelume (2021), Cameron Munster (2023), Justin Olam (2022), Ryan Papenhuyzen (2022), Aaron Pene (2021), Darryn Schonig (2021), Brandon Smith (2022), Reimis Smith (2022), Christian Welch (2022), Cooper Johns (2021), Brenko Lee (2021), Marion Seve (2021)
2021 gains: Reimis Smith (from Bulldogs until 2022),Harry Grant (loan return from Tigers), Jack Howarth (upgraded), George Jennings (2022)
TBC: Ricky Leutele (2020), Cameron Smith (2020)
2021 losses: Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Titans), Paul Momirovski (loan return to Tigers), Albert Vete (Hull KR) Suliasi Vunivalu (Super Rugby), Sandor Earl (retired)
2022 losses: Josh Addo-Carr (Bulldogs)
Coach: Craig Bellamy (2021)
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KNIGHTS
2021 squad: Bradman Best (2022), Jayden Brailey (2022), Phoenix Crossland (2021), Lachlan Fitzgibbon (2021), Tyson Frizell (2022 PO 23), Blake Green (2021), Bailey Hodgson (2023), Tex Hoy (2021), Hymel Hunt (2021), Jack Johns (2022), Josh King (2021) David Klemmer (2023), Edrick Lee (2021), Kurt Mann (2021), Jirah Momoisea (2022), Mitchell Pearce (2021), Kalyn Ponga (2021, PO 22), Daniel Saifiti (2022), Jacob Saifiti (2022), Pasami Saulo (2022), Gehamat Shibasaki (2022), Star To’a (2023), Enari Tuala (2021), Connor Watson (2021), Dom Young (2023)
2021 gains: Jack Johns (Rabbitohs), Bailey Hodgson (Castleford), Sauaso Sue (Bulldogs),Tyson Frizell (Dragons), Dom Young (Huddersfield), Blake Green (Bulldogs)
2021 losses: Tautau Moga (Rabbitohs), Herman Ese’ese (Titans), Andrew McCullough (loan back to Broncos), Aidan Guerra, Tim Glasby (both retired), Sione Mata’utia (St Helens), Tautau Moga (Rabbitohs)
Signed for 2022: Jake Clifford (from Cowboys until 2023)
Coach: Adam O’Brien (2022)
COWBOYS
2020 squad: Daejarn Asi (2021), Michael Bell (2021), Lachlan Burr (2022), Jake Clifford (2021), Ben Condon (2021) Reuben Cotter (2021), Scott Drinkwater (2021), Mitchell Dunn (2022), Kyle Feldt (2024), Thomas Gilbert (2022), Jake Granville (2021), Wiremu Gregg (2021) Ben Hampton (2021), Coen Hess (2022), Peter Hola (2022), Valentine Holmes (2025), Corey Jensen (2021), Connelly Lemuelu (2021), Heilum Luki (2021) Esan Marsters (2022), Josh McGuire (2022), Jordan McLean (2022), Francis Molo (2021), Michael Morgan (2023), Ieremia Nanai (2021), Justin O’Neill (2021), Emry Pere (2021), Reece Robson (2023), Tukimihia Simpkins (2021), Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow (2022), Murray Taulagi (2021), Jason Taumalolo (2027), Shane Wright (2021)
2021 gains: Lachlan Burr (Warriors)
2021 losses: Gavin Cooper (retired), Tom Opacic (Eels), John Asiata, Daniel Russell (both unsigned)
2022 losses: Jake Clifford (Knights)
Coach: Todd Payten (2023)
EELS
2021 squad: Daniel Alvaro (2021), Waqa Blake (2023), Dylan Brown (2023), Nathan Brown (2021), Reagan Campbell-Gillard (2022, PO 23, CO 24), Bryce Cartwright (2021), Blake Ferguson (2021), Clint Gutherson (2022), Keegan Hipgrave (2021 PO 22), Michael Jennings (2022), Oregon Kaufusi (2022), Shaun Lane (2023), Joey Lussick (2021), Reed Mahoney (2022), Ryan Matterson (2021, PO 22), Mitchell Moses (2021, PO 22), Marata Niukore (2022), Michael Olfield (2022), Tom Opacic (2021), Isaiah Papali’i (2022), Junior Paulo (2022), Jordan Rankin (2021), Maika Sivo (2021), Will Smith (2021)
2021 losses: Stefano Utoikamanu (Tigers), Kane Evans (Warriors), Andrew Davey (Sea Eagles), George Jennings (Storm), David Gower (retired), Jai Field (Wigan), Daniel Alvaro (Dragons), Brad Takairangi (Hull KR), Peni Terepo, Rhys Davies, Jaeman Salmon (Panthers)
Coach: Brad Arthur (2022)
PANTHERS
2021 squad: Dean Blore (2021), William Burns (2022), Matt Burton (2021), Kurt Capewell (2021), Nathan Cleary (2024), Stephen Crichton (2021), Dylan Edwards (2022), James Fisher-Harris (2022), Jack Hetherington (2021), Robert Jennings (2021), Matt Eisenhuth (2022), Mitch Kenny (2021), Viliame Kikau (2022), Apisai Koroisau (2022), Spencer Leniu (2021), Moses Leota (2022), Jarome Luai (2021), Josh Mansour (2021), Liam Martin (2023), Tyrone May (2021), Brent Naden (2021), Jaeman Salmon (2021), Charlie Staines (2023), Brian To’o (2023), Dean Whare (2021, MO 22), Isaah Yeo (2021)
2021 gains: Jaeman Salmon (Eels), Robert Jennings, Matt Eisenhuth (both Tigers)
TBC: Kaide Ellis (2020)
2021 losses: Caleb Aekins (Raiders), Jack Hetherington (Bulldogs), James Tamou (Tigers), Zane Tetevano (Leeds), Malakai Watene-Zelezniak, Pat Hollis, Brayden McGrady (all unsigned)
2022 losses: Daine Laurie (Tigers), Matt Burton (Bulldogs)
New deal: Spencer Leniu (2023)
Coach: Ivan Cleary (2023)
DRAGONS
2021 squad: Daniel Alvaro (2022), Jack Bird (2022), Eddie Blacker (2021), Adam Clune (2022), Jack de Belin (2021), Matt Dufty (2021), Kaide Ellis (2021), Poasa Faamausili (2022), Jackson Ford (2022), Tyrell Fuimaono (2021), Ben Hunt (2022, PO 23), Josh Kerr (2023), Blake Lawrie (2022), Zac Lomax (2025), Cameron McInnes (2021), Trent Merrin (2021), Corey Norman (2021), Jordan Pereira (2021), Mikaele Ravalawa (2023), Tariq Sims (2022), Paul Vaughan (2021, PO 22), Brayden Wiliame (2021),
2021 gains: Poasa Faamausili (Roosters), Jack Bird (Broncos), Daniel Alvaro (Dragons)
TBC: Billy Brittain (2020)
2021 losses: Jacob Host (Rabbitohs) Tyson Frizell (Knights), Euan Aitken (Warriors), Korbin Sims (Super League), Jacob Host, Tristan Sailor, Joe Lovodua (all unsigned), Jason Saab (Manly)
Coach: Anthony Griffin (2022)
RABBITOHS
2021 squad: Corey Allan (2021), Jai Arrow (2024), Tom Burgess (2023), Braidon Burns (2021), Jed Cartwright (2023), Damien Cook (2023), Joshua Cook (2021), Troy Dargan (2021), Dane Gagai (2021), Campbell Graham (2024), Jacob Host (2023), Dean Hawkins (2021), Alex Johnston (2022), Liam Knight (2023), Keaon Kolomatangi (2023), Patrick Mago (2021), Steven Marsters (2021), Taane Milne (2022), Latrell Mitchell (2021), Tautau Moga (2021), Cameron Murray (2021), Mark Nicholls (2021), Adam Reynolds (2021), Hame Sele (2023), Jaydn Su’A (2021), Tevita Tatola (2021), Cody Walker (2022)
2021 losses: Jack Johns (Knights), Bayley Sironen (Warriors), Ethan Lowe (retirement), James Roberts (Tigers), Tom Amone, Cory Denniss, Kurt Dillon, Ky Rodwell
New deal: Keaon Kolomatangi (2023)
Coach: Wayne Bennett (2021)
ROOSTERS
2021 squad: Fletcher Baker (2021), Egan Butcher (2021), Nat Butcher (2022), Lindsay Collins (2022), Boyd Cordner (2023), Angus Crichton (2021), Jake Friend (2021) Drew Hutchison (2021), Matt Ikuvalu (2022), Luke Keary (2024), Adam Keighran (2022), Isaac Liu (2021), Joseph Manu (2022), Brett Morris (2021), Josh Morris (2021), Victor Radley (2023), Billy Smith (2021), Daniel Suluka-Fifita (2022), Siosiua Taukeiaho (2022), James Tedesco (2024), Christian Tuipulotu (2021), Daniel Tupou (2021), Sitili Tupouniua (2024), Sam Verrills (2024), Jared Waerea-Hargreaves (2023) Naufahu Whyte (2022, development), Tuku Hau Tapuha (2022, development).
TBC: Lachlan Lam (2020)
2021 gains: Adam Keighran (Warriors)
2021 losses: Kyle Flanagan (Bulldogs), Poasa Faamausili (Dragons), Mitchell Aubusson (retirement), Ryan Hall (Hull KR) Sonny Bill Williams (Toronto Wolfpack)
New deal: James Tedesco (2024), Drew Hutchison (2021), Naufahu Whyte (2022), Tuku Hau Tapuha (2022), Sam Verrills (2024), Sitili Tupouniua (2024)
Coach: Trent Robinson (2023)
WARRIORS
2021 squad: Bunty Afoa (2021), Euan Aitken (2023), Leeson Ah Mau (2021), Josh Curran (2021), Wayde Egan (2022), Kane Evans (2022), David Fusitu’a (2023), Addin Fonua-Blake (2023), Tohu Harris (2021), Chanel Harris-Tavita (2022), Peta Hiku (2021), Eliesa Katoa (2021), Karl Lawton (2021), Ken Maumalo (2022), Jack Murchie (2021), Marcelo Montoya (2022), Ben Murdoch-Masila (2023), Kodi Nikorima (2021, PO 22), Sean O’Sullivan (2021), Hayze Perham (2021), Adam Pompey (2021), Bayley Sironen (2023), Jamayne Taunoa-Brown (2022), Jazz Tevaga (2021), Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (2022)
2021 gains: Bayley Sironen (Rabbitohs), Marcelo Montoya (Bulldogs), Kane Evans (Eels) Ben Murdoch-Masila (Warrington), Euan Aitken (Dragons), Addin Fonua-Blake (Sea Eagles), Sean O’Sullivan (Broncos)
2021 losses: Taane Milne (Rabbitohs), Adam Blair (retirement), Patrick Herbert (Titans), Isaiah Papali’i (Eels), Lachlan Burr (Cowboys), Adam Keighran (Roosters), Nathaniel Roache (Eels), Agnatius Paasi (St Helens), Gerald Beale (retirement) Leivaha Pulu, King Vuniyayawa (both unsigned)
Coach: Nathan Brown (2023)
TIGERS
2021 squad: Shawn Blore (2023), Kane Bradley (2021), Luke Brooks (2023), Michael Chee-Kam (2021), Zac Cini (2021), Adam Doueihi (2023), Luke Garner (2022), Asu Kepaoa (2023), Joey Leilua (2022), Luciano Leilua (2022), Jacob Liddle (2021), Jock Madden (2021), Moses Mbye (2022), Thomas Mikaele (2021), Paul Momirovski (2022), Zane Musgrove (2024), David Nofoaluma (2021), Joe Ofahengaue (2023), Russell Packer (2021), Josh Reynolds (2021), James Roberts (2022), Jake Simpkin (2022), Tommy Talau (2022), James Tamou (2022) Alex Twal (2022), Stefano Utoikamanu (2023), Billy Walters (2021), Alex Seyfarth (2021)
2021 gains: James Roberts (Rabbitohs), Stefano Utoikamanu (Eels), Paul Momirovski (loan return from Storm), James Tamou (Panthers), Joe Ofahengaue (Broncos), Jock Madden, Kane Bradley, Jake Simpkin, Zac Cini (all upgraded)
2021 losses: Harry Grant (loan return to Storm), Chris Lawrence (retirement), Josh Aloiai (Sea Eagles), Sam McIntyre (Titans), Matt Eisenhuth, Robert Jennings (both Panthers), Josh Reynolds (Hull FC), Benji Marshall, Oliver Clark, Elijah Taylor, Dylan Smith (all unsigned)
New deal: Shawn Blore (2023), Alex Seyfarth (2021), Zane Musgrove (2024)
Penrith Panthers forward and New Zealand international Zane Tetevano has been granted immediate release from his club to join the Leeds Rhinos on a three-year deal.
The 30-year-old will join the Rhinos ahead of the new Betfred Super League season after his release from the final year of his contract.
“While it’s difficult to leave Panthers, I’m extremely grateful to the club for allowing my family and I to take up this opportunity,” Tetevano said in a club statement on Friday.
“My time at Penrith was one of the most enjoyable years of my career.”
Panthers General Manager Rugby League Matt Cameron said the club wished him the best of luck in the Super League.
“Zane had an extraordinary impact on our young squad following his arrival at the club last season,” he said.
“He consistently elevated our training sessions with his professionalism and played an important role in the team’s success in 2020.”
Tetevano made 19 NRL appearances in 2020 and averaged over 100 running metres per game.
Leeds director of rugby Kevin Sinfield told PA that once the club knew of Zane’s availability he was their number one priority to strengthen the squad for next season.
“We have got an exciting crop of young players coming through at the Rhinos and to add a current international with a proven track record of winning will give our group a tremendous lift.”
Five different players from four different teams with one thing in common – all the pieces are in place for them to thrive in 2021.
For some, it is the absence of a big name that has left a void they will be tasked with filling.
In the case of others, key signings or personnel changes shape as the final ingredient needed to bring out the best versions of themselves.
Round 1
Here are foxsports.com.au’s five NRL players who can go to the next level in the new year.
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Raymond Faitala-Mariner (Bulldogs)
Faitala-Mariner averaged 103 running metres and busted 30 tackles last year… in the second-worst attacking side in the competition. Now, the barnstorming second rower will be playing under a new coach who knows a thing or two about getting the best out of a misfiring attacking unit.
Penrith were hard to watch before Trent Barrett arrived as attacking coach. While the Bulldogs don’t have the same strong foundations for talent, Barrett’s recent recruitment drive is enough proof that he is primed to transform the Dogs’ attack and Faitala-Mariner will be one of the biggest beneficiaries. He is already making an impression on Barrett and you can be sure the new coach will be looking to use Faitala-Mariner’s big frame to the team’s advantage.
“(Raymond Faitala-Mariner) is one that’s stood out for me,” he told Sky Sports Radio last week. “There’s a bit of Kikau about him actually, he’s a big body and a bit of a weapon on an edge.” Now, Bulldogs fans will be hoping they don’t fall into the same trap Penrith had of being too overreliant on Kikau. But with Barrett at the helm, the Panthers were able to be smarter in the way they used the Fijian giant. Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai would play it short, then give him early ball next and at other times used him as a decoy to keep the opposition guessing.
There was more deception to Penrith’s attack and if Barrett can bring that to Belmore, it will make Faitala-Mariner only more dangerous on the edge. He is a perfect line-running forward as shown in the two tries below, capable of running short and flat and capitalising on poor defensive choices from the opposition. If he already looked the Dogs’ best in poor attacking structures, imagine what he can do with the right systems in place.
Raymond Faitala-Mariner could excel under Trent Barrett. Picture: Brett CostelloSource: News Corp Australia
Moses Leota (Panthers)
It has been a steady progression for Leota since debuting in the NRL, that was until last season, when he seriously increased his workload and output. Despite averaging 32 minutes (only a slight increase of a few minutes to the past two seasons), Leota was typically charging for 96 metres from 10.1 runs per game having previously hit around 60. He was also averaging a few more tackles per game while also missing fewer.
The biggest challenge for Leota in previous seasons has been reigning in his energy and aggression so as to not to give away cheap possession with an unnecessary offload. In 2020 though there seemed to be more focus and intention to what Leota was doing. Similar to new recruit Zane Tetevano, he was just carting the ball up hard and then looking for an offload as the second option – but only once he had done his job first.
The new challenge for Leota though will be the likely calling of a starting spot in the absence of James Tamou. Zane Tetevano has also been linked to a move to England, which would leave an even larger gap for Leota to fill. The experience void up front would also be telling, even if it is just Tamou who is going. Leota has been in the NRL since 2016 and is nearing 100 games. He has long been an impact player off the bench with just 13 of his 81 appearances being at starting prop.
Instead of using his leg drive to power over tired defenders in the middle of the first half, Leota will have to set the tone early. He is softly spoken but plays as hard as his potential partner up front in James Fisher-Harris and will need to match JFH as Penrith look to go one better next season.
Moses Leota could have a permanent starting role. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)Source: Getty Images
Ashley Taylor (Titans)
For so long it looked like Taylor would just be another one of those players who left us wondering what could have been. But if his 2020 form is anything to go by, the Titans playmaker finally looks on the verge of taking his game to the next level. But what exactly does that look like for Taylor?
Prior to last season, for most that would be Taylor becoming the leader and game manager that an inconsistent Titans team has been desperately in need of. Even if he was able to find a corner with a clearing kick, critics would question why he was not also there on the next play setting up a try in the corner. It was as if Taylor had to be the man to turn to regardless of what needed to be done.
That, of course, comes with a million-dollar price tag. But if getting the most out of Taylor meant pairing him with a more natural and composed leader, the Titans have found the answer to unlocking his potential. Taylor has always finished the season with try assists and linebreak assists pushing towards the 20-mark but what he has in Jamal Fogarty is a halves partner who can confidently share the load. The 27-year old had 10 try assists and 11 linebreak assists from 18 games last year. Taylor had give or take a few more in both areas. When it came to kicking, Taylor and Fogarty forced 12 and 10 dropouts while kicking for 183 and 279 metres on average respectively.
And as the organiser, Fogarty averaged 10 more possessions. What this all tells us that Taylor is finally in a balanced halves pairing where all the responsibility to both create and steer is not on his shoulders and last season it brought the best out of him. With more confidence and time to gel, there is no reason he can’t get even better alongside Fogarty in 2021. Add in some key signings up front in Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and David Fifita and he will have even more reasons to continue enjoying his footy.
Ashley Taylor will only get better alongside Jamal Fogarty. (AAP Image/Dan Peled)Source: AAP
Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Titans)
Fa’asuamaleaui’s 93 metres from an average of 33 minutes off the bench were already insane enough. While it may be a small sample size of just one game, the terrorising prop ran for 140 metres and busted two tackles from 48 minutes against the Tigers in a clear sign of what is to come at the Gold Coast next year.
The Titans already have plenty of speed both at the back in the form of AJ Brimson and on the edges. Having Fa’asuamaleaui charging upfield, dragging defenders with him and leaving a staggered opposition line, will only make their speedsters more dangerous if they are able to get quick service from dummy-half. He is similar in impact to former Melbourne teammate Nelson Asofa-Solomona but even more athletic, making him that much harder to tackle.
The No. 9 jumper has been a constant headache for the Titans but having Fa’asuamaleaui lay a strong platform will only also improve that department. There’s plenty of hype surrounding Fa’asuamaleaui and with increased game time expected and an up-and-coming Titans side relying on him, the Maroons powerhouse will have to live up to the increased expectations.
Tino Fa’asuamaleaui will be in new colours next year. (AAP Image/Brendon Thorne)Source: AAP
Wayde Egan (Warriors)
Egan has always had the potential coming up through the grades at Penrith. The only problem for the Lithgow product has been getting a consistent opportunity to cement his spot. At the foot of the mountains Egan managed just seven starting appearances in his two seasons playing in the top grade. Sione Katoa and later Mitch Kenny were the two main threats and eventually it saw Egan move across the ditch in search of more NRL time and with Karl Lawton set to miss the entire 2021 season with an Achilles injury, Egan has a clear shot at stamping his authority on the No. 9 jumper at New Zealand.
It is not only that though. He also has the benefit of playing behind a forward pack that will be vastly improved following shrewd off-season purchases. Ben Murdoch-Masila, Kane Evans and Addin Fonua-Blake will add plenty of go-forward that has been missing at a Warriors line-up that has been far too reliant on their back three to do the heavy lifting. Tohu Harris (144) and Jazz Tevaga (120) were the only two forwards to average over 100 running metres.
Fonua-Blake averaged over 150 metres and will be a force up front while Evans is a solid bench option and Murdoch-Masila will bring much-needed experience. What does all of that mean for Egan? Well, take the below video from Egan’s Holden Cup days of just what type of threat he can be at his best.
Sure, it was the Holden Cup and that competition was never known for strong defence. But the third and fourth tries are evidence of the speed and instincts that Egan possesses to either take the line on when an opportunity presents itself or know when to trail in support.
He had 16 tries and 14 try assists from 18 appearances in the 2017 Holden Cup season, proving just how crafty he can be in the right team. Playing behind a more dominant pack, Egan should have more space and time to use his running game. Injuries have played a part in Egan not fulfilling his potential yet and he may not be capable of defending in the middle for 80 minutes just yet. But there is no doubt this current Warriors line-up should give Egan the best chance to transfer his promise from the juniors to the NRL level.
Wayde Egan will benefit playing behind a big, mobile forward pack. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)Source: Getty Images
Penrith has scored a big coup in re-signing young gun forward Spencer Leniu on a new two-year contract.
The extension keeps the 20-year-old at the foot of the mountains until the end of 2023.
He’s a Panthers junior and represented the Australian Schoolboys and NSW Under 20s and is regarded a genuine NRL star in the making.
It’s welcome news for Panthers fans, with contract speculation surrounding many young stars like Stephen Crichton and Matt Burton.
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Leniu himself had reportedly been targeted by the Bulldogs and Dragons, and it’s believed he accepted less money to remain with Penrith.
The 2020 grand finalists have become a market target for rival clubs trying to capitalise on the development of their up and coming guns.
Lenui has been in Penrith’s system since he was 15 years old.
“It’s a system we regularly reference as our club invests significant money and resources each year to develop young players, particularly those from the Penrith region and Central West NSW,” the club’s general manager of rugby league Matt Cameron said.
“It gives us great satisfaction that Spencer has recognised the value of the opportunity to play at Panthers despite receiving more lucrative offers from other clubs.”
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FULL NRL TRANSFER CENTRE
BRONCOS
2021 squad: Jesse Arthars (2021), Patrick Carrigan (2022), Xavier Coates (2021), Dale Copley (2021), Brodie Croft (2022), Thomas Dearden (2021), Herbie Farnworth (2022), Thomas Flegler (2023), Alex Glenn (2021), Payne Haas (2024), Jamayne Isaako (2022), Rhys Kennedy (2022), Richie Kennar (2022), Matt Lodge (2022, PO 23, 24), Andrew McCullough (2021), Anthony Milford (2021), Corey Oates (2021, PO 22), Cory Paix (2022), Keenan Palasia (2021), Tevita Pangai Jr (2022), Jordan Riki (2021) Kotoni Staggs (2021), Jake Turpin (2021, PO 22).
TBC: Jamil Hopoate (2020), Jordan Kahu (2020), Issac Luke (2020), Izaia Perese (2020), Ben Te’o (2020), Ilikena Vudogo (2020)
2021 gains: Andrew McCullough (Knights), Dale Copley (Titans)
2021 losses: Darius Boyd (retirement), David Fifita (Titans), Jack Bird (Dragons), Matt Gillett (retired), Sean O’Sullivan (Warriors), Joe Ofahengaue (Tigers)
New deal: Thomas Flegler (2023)
Coach: Kevin Walters (2023)
RAIDERS
2021 squad: Caleb Aekins (2021), Adam Cook (2021), Jarrod Croker (2024), Matt Frawley (2021), Emre Guler (2021), Corey Harawira-Naera (2022), Siliva Havili (2021), Josh Hodgson (2022), Corey Horsburgh (2022), Ryan James (2022) Dunamis Lui (2021), Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (2023), Josh Papalii (2024, PO 25), Jordan Rapana (2021), Harry Rushton (2023), Curtis Scott (2023), Bailey Simonsson (2023), Harley Smith-Shields (2021), Sia Soliola (2021), Tom Starling (2022), Ryan Sutton (2022), Joe Tapine (2023), Matt Timoko (2022), Semi Valemei (2021), Elliott Whitehead (2022), Jack Wighton (2024), George Williams (2022), Sam Williams (2021), Hudson Young (2021).
2021 gains: Caleb Aekins (Panthers), Harry Rushton (Wigan), Ryan James (Titans)
2021 losses: Nick Cotric (Bulldogs), John Bateman (Wigan), Michael Oldfield (Eels), Andre Niko, Kurt Baptiste (Sunshine Coast Falcons)
New deal: Jordan Rapana (2021)
Coach: Ricky Stuart (2023)
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BULLDOGS
2021 squad: Jake Averillo (2023), Dean Britt (2021), Nick Cotric (2024) Christian Crichton (2021), Adam Elliott (2023), Raymond Faitala-Mariner (2022), Kyle Flanagan (2023), Jack Hetherington (2022), Will Hopoate (2021), Josh Jackson (2023), Sione Katoa (2021), Lachlan Lewis (2021), Jeremy Marshall-King (2021), Nick Meaney (2021), Dylan Napa (2021), Ofahiki Ogden (2021), Jayden Okunbor (2021), Chris Smith (2021), Joe Stimson (2022), Renouf To’omaga (2021), Corey Waddell (2023), Brandon Wakeham (2022), Dallin Watene-Zelezniak (2022) Luke Thompson (2023)
2021 gains: Jack Hetherington (Panthers) Nick Cotric (Raiders), Corey Waddell (Sea Eagles), Kyle Flanagan (Roosters)
2021 losses: Sauaso Sue (Knights), Reimis Smith (Storm), Kerrod Holland (retirement) Kieran Foran (Sea Eagles), Marcelo Montoya (Warriors), Aiden Tolman (Sharks), Jack Cogger, Tim Lafai, Isaiah Tass (all unsigned)
2022 gains: Matt Burton (Panthers), Josh Addo-Carr (Bulldogs)
Coach: Trent Barrett (2023)
SHARKS
2021 squad: Blayke Brailey (2022), Josh Dugan (2021), Andrew Fifita (2022), Wade Graham (2022), Braden Hamlin-Uele (2022), Royce Hunt (2022), Shaun Johnson (2021), Sione Katoa (2023), William Kennedy (2021), Billy Magoulias (2021), Matt Moylan (2021), Ronaldo Mulitalo (2023), Briton Nikora (2022), Jesse Ramien (2023), Toby Rudolf (2021), Aiden Tolman (2021) Chad Townsend (2023), Connor Tracey (2021), Braydon Trindall (2021), Jack Williams (2022), Teig Wilton (2023), Aaron Woods (2021), Bronson Xerri (2021), Nene Macdonald (2021), Siosifa Talakai (2021)
2021 squad: Tanah Boyd (2022), AJ Brimson (2022), Erin Clark (2021), Anthony Don (2021), Herman Ese’ese (2022) Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (2023), Darius Farmer (2021), David Fifita (2023), Jamal Fogarty (2022), Moeaki Fotuaika (2022), Beau Fermor (2022), Patrick Herbet (2021) Jaimin Joliffe (2022), Brian Kelly (2023), Greg Leleisiuao (2021), Sam Lisone (2022), Sam McIntyre (2022) Tyrone Peachey (2021), Jonus Pearson (2021), Kevin Proctor (2021), Mitch Rein (2021), Phillip Sami (2022), Treymain Spry (2021), Ash Taylor (2021), Corey Thompson (2022), Jarrod Wallace (2022), Jai Whitbread (2021)
2021 gains: Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Storm), Herman Ese’ese (Knights), David Fifita (Broncos) Patrick Herbert (Warriors), Sam McIntyre (Tigers)
TBC: Sam Stone (2020)
2021 losses: Dale Copley (Broncos), Bryce Cartwright (Eels), Jai Arrow (Rabbitohs), Ryan James (Raiders), Keegan Hipgrave (Eels), Shannon Boyd (retirement), Tyrone Roberts, Nathan Peats (unsigned), Kallum Watkins (released mid-season to Salford)
New deal: Brian Kelly (2023)
Coach: Justin Holbrook (2024)
SEA EAGLES
2021 squad: Josh Aloiai (2023), Morgan Boyle (2021), Daly Cherry-Evans (2023), Lachlan Croker (2021), Cade Cust (2022), Andrew Davey (2022), Kieran Foran (2021), Manase Fainu (2023), Addin Fonua-Blake (2022), Tevita Funa (2021), Reuben Garrick (2021), Jack Gosiewski (2021), Morgan Harper (2022), Sean Keppie (2023), Haumole Olakau’ata (2021, CO 22), Brad Parker (2021), Taniela Paseka (2024), Jason Saab (2023), Josh Schuster (2021), Toafofoa Sipley (2021), Curtis Sironen (2021), Moses Suli (2023), Jorge Taufua (2023), Martin Taupau (2022), Jake Trbojevic (2026), Tom Trbojevic (2026), Christian Tuipulotu (2024), Dylan Walker (2021)
2021 gains: Kieran Foran (Bulldogs), Andrew Davey (Eels), Jason Saab (Dragons), Christian Tuipulotu (Roosters), Josh Aloiai (Tigers)
TBC: Albert Hopoate (2020), Luke Metcalf (2020), Samuel Smith (2020)
2021 losses: Joel Thompson (St Helens), Corey Waddell (Bulldogs), Addin Fonua-Blake (Warriors), Danny Levi, Brendan Elliott, Tony Williams (all unsigned)
Coach: Des Hasler (2021)
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STORM
2021 squad: Josh Addo-Carr (2021), Nelson Asofa-Solomona (2023), Jesse Bromwich (2022), Kenny Bromwich (2022, PO 23), Thomas Eisenhuth (2022), Dale Finucane (2021), Harry Grant (2024) Jack Howarth (2022), Jahrome Hughes (2021), Nicho Hynes (2021), Ryley Jacks (2021), George Jennings (2022), Tui Kamikamica (2022, CO 23), Felise Kaufusi (2021, PO 22), Max King (2021), Chris Lewis (2022) Isaac Lumelume (2021), Cameron Munster (2023), Justin Olam (2022), Ryan Papenhuyzen (2022), Aaron Pene (2021), Darryn Schonig (2021), Brandon Smith (2022), Reimis Smith (2022), Christian Welch (2022), Cooper Johns (2021), Brenko Lee (2021), Marion Seve (2021)
2021 gains: Reimis Smith (from Bulldogs until 2022),Harry Grant (loan return from Tigers), Jack Howarth (upgraded), George Jennings (2022)
TBC: Ricky Leutele (2020), Cameron Smith (2020)
2021 losses: Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Titans), Paul Momirovski (loan return to Tigers), Albert Vete (Hull KR) Suliasi Vunivalu (Super Rugby), Sandor Earl (retired)
2022 losses: Josh Addo-Carr (Bulldogs)
Coach: Craig Bellamy (2021)
KNIGHTS
2021 squad: Bradman Best (2022), Jayden Brailey (2022), Phoenix Crossland (2021), Lachlan Fitzgibbon (2021), Tyson Frizell (2022 PO 23), Blake Green (2021), Bailey Hodgson (2023), Tex Hoy (2021), Hymel Hunt (2021), Jack Johns (2022), Josh King (2021) David Klemmer (2023), Edrick Lee (2021), Kurt Mann (2021), Jirah Momoisea (2022), Mitchell Pearce (2021), Kalyn Ponga (2021, PO 22), Daniel Saifiti (2022), Jacob Saifiti (2022), Pasami Saulo (2022), Gehamat Shibasaki (2022), Star To’a (2023), Enari Tuala (2021), Connor Watson (2021), Dom Young (2023)
2021 gains: Jack Johns (Rabbitohs), Bailey Hodgson (Castleford), Sauaso Sue (Bulldogs),Tyson Frizell (Dragons), Dom Young (Huddersfield), Blake Green (Bulldogs)
2021 losses: Tautau Moga (Rabbitohs), Herman Ese’ese (Titans), Andrew McCullough (loan back to Broncos), Aidan Guerra, Tim Glasby (both retired), Sione Mata’utia (St Helens), Tautau Moga (Rabbitohs)
Signed for 2022: Jake Clifford (from Cowboys until 2023)
Coach: Adam O’Brien (2022)
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COWBOYS
2020 squad: Daejarn Asi (2021), Michael Bell (2021), Lachlan Burr (2022), Jake Clifford (2021), Ben Condon (2021) Reuben Cotter (2021), Scott Drinkwater (2021), Mitchell Dunn (2022), Kyle Feldt (2024), Thomas Gilbert (2022), Jake Granville (2021), Wiremu Gregg (2021) Ben Hampton (2021), Coen Hess (2022), Peter Hola (2022), Valentine Holmes (2025), Corey Jensen (2021), Connelly Lemuelu (2021), Heilum Luki (2021) Esan Marsters (2022), Josh McGuire (2022), Jordan McLean (2022), Francis Molo (2021), Michael Morgan (2023), Ieremia Nanai (2021), Justin O’Neill (2021), Emry Pere (2021), Reece Robson (2023), Tukimihia Simpkins (2021), Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow (2022), Murray Taulagi (2021), Jason Taumalolo (2027), Shane Wright (2021)
2021 gains: Lachlan Burr (Warriors)
2021 losses: Gavin Cooper (retired), Tom Opacic (Eels), John Asiata, Daniel Russell (both unsigned)
2022 losses: Jake Clifford (Knights)
Coach: Todd Payten (2023)
EELS
2021 squad: Daniel Alvaro (2021), Waqa Blake (2023), Dylan Brown (2023), Nathan Brown (2021), Reagan Campbell-Gillard (2022, PO 23, CO 24), Bryce Cartwright (2021), Blake Ferguson (2021), Clint Gutherson (2022), Keegan Hipgrave (2021 PO 22), Michael Jennings (2022), Oregon Kaufusi (2022), Shaun Lane (2023), Joey Lussick (2021), Reed Mahoney (2022), Ryan Matterson (2021, PO 22), Mitchell Moses (2021, PO 22), Marata Niukore (2022), Michael Olfield (2022), Tom Opacic (2021), Isaiah Papali’i (2022), Junior Paulo (2022), Jordan Rankin (2021), Maika Sivo (2021), Will Smith (2021)
2021 losses: Stefano Utoikamanu (Tigers), Kane Evans (Warriors), Andrew Davey (Sea Eagles), George Jennings (Storm), David Gower (retired), Jai Field (Wigan), Daniel Alvaro (Dragons), Brad Takairangi (Hull KR), Peni Terepo, Rhys Davies, Jaeman Salmon (all unsigned)
Coach: Brad Arthur (2022)
PANTHERS
2021 squad: Dean Blore (2021), William Burns (2022), Matt Burton (2021), Kurt Capewell (2021), Nathan Cleary (2024), Stephen Crichton (2021), Dylan Edwards (2022), James Fisher-Harris (2022), Jack Hetherington (2021), Robert Jennings (2021), Matt Eisenhuth (2022), Mitch Kenny (2021), Viliame Kikau (2022), Apisai Koroisau (2022), Spencer Leniu (2021), Moses Leota (2022), Jarome Luai (2021), Josh Mansour (2021), Liam Martin (2023), Tyrone May (2021), Brent Naden (2021), Charlie Staines (2023), Zane Tetevano (2021), Brian To’o (2023), Dean Whare (2021, MO 22), Isaah Yeo (2021)
2021 gains: Robert Jennings, Matt Eisenhuth (both Tigers)
TBC: Kaide Ellis (2020)
2021 losses: Caleb Aekins (Raiders), Jack Hetherington (Bulldogs), James Tamou (Tigers), Malakai Watene-Zelezniak, Pat Hollis, Brayden McGrady (all unsigned)
2022 losses: Daine Laurie (Tigers), Matt Burton (Bulldogs)
New deal: Spencer Leniu (2023)
Coach: Ivan Cleary (2023)
DRAGONS
2021 squad: Daniel Alvaro (2022), Jack Bird (2022), Eddie Blacker (2021), Adam Clune (2022), Jack de Belin (2021), Matt Dufty (2021), Kaide Ellis (2021), Poasa Faamausili (2022), Jackson Ford (2022), Tyrell Fuimaono (2021), Ben Hunt (2022, PO 23), Josh Kerr (2023), Blake Lawrie (2022), Zac Lomax (2025), Cameron McInnes (2021), Trent Merrin (2021), Corey Norman (2021), Jordan Pereira (2021), Mikaele Ravalawa (2023), Tariq Sims (2022), Paul Vaughan (2021, PO 22), Brayden Wiliame (2021),
2021 gains: Poasa Faamausili (Roosters), Jack Bird (Broncos), Daniel Alvaro (Dragons)
TBC: Billy Brittain (2020)
2021 losses: Jacob Host (Rabbitohs) Tyson Frizell (Knights), Euan Aitken (Warriors), Korbin Sims (Super League), Jacob Host, Tristan Sailor, Joe Lovodua (all unsigned), Jason Saab (Manly)
Coach: Anthony Griffin (2022)
RABBITOHS
2021 squad: Corey Allan (2021), Jai Arrow (2024), Tom Burgess (2023), Braidon Burns (2021), Jed Cartwright (2023), Damien Cook (2023), Joshua Cook (2021), Troy Dargan (2021), Dane Gagai (2021), Campbell Graham (2024), Jacob Host (2023), Dean Hawkins (2021), Alex Johnston (2022), Liam Knight (2023), Keaon Kolomatangi (2023), Patrick Mago (2021), Steven Marsters (2021), Taane Milne (2022), Latrell Mitchell (2021), Tautau Moga (2021), Cameron Murray (2021), Mark Nicholls (2021), Adam Reynolds (2021), Hame Sele (2023), Jaydn Su’A (2021), Tevita Tatola (2021), Cody Walker (2022)
2021 losses: Jack Johns (Knights), Bayley Sironen (Warriors), Ethan Lowe (retirement), James Roberts (Tigers), Tom Amone, Cory Denniss, Kurt Dillon, Ky Rodwell
New deal: Keaon Kolomatangi (2023)
Coach: Wayne Bennett (2021)
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ROOSTERS
2021 squad: Fletcher Baker (2021), Egan Butcher (2021), Nat Butcher (2022), Lindsay Collins (2022), Boyd Cordner (2023), Angus Crichton (2021), Jake Friend (2021) Drew Hutchison (2021), Matt Ikuvalu (2022), Luke Keary (2024), Adam Keighran (2022), Isaac Liu (2021), Joseph Manu (2022), Brett Morris (2021), Josh Morris (2021), Victor Radley (2023), Billy Smith (2021), Daniel Suluka-Fifita (2022), Siosiua Taukeiaho (2022), James Tedesco (2024), Christian Tuipulotu (2021), Daniel Tupou (2021), Sitili Tupouniua (2024), Sam Verrills (2024), Jared Waerea-Hargreaves (2023) Naufahu Whyte (2022, development), Tuku Hau Tapuha (2022, development).
TBC: Lachlan Lam (2020)
2021 gains: Adam Keighran (Warriors)
2021 losses: Kyle Flanagan (Bulldogs), Poasa Faamausili (Dragons), Mitchell Aubusson (retirement), Ryan Hall (Hull KR) Sonny Bill Williams (Toronto Wolfpack)
New deal: James Tedesco (2024), Drew Hutchison (2021), Naufahu Whyte (2022), Tuku Hau Tapuha (2022), Sam Verrills (2024), Sitili Tupouniua (2024)
Coach: Trent Robinson (2023)
WARRIORS
2021 squad: Bunty Afoa (2021), Euan Aitken (2023), Leeson Ah Mau (2021), Josh Curran (2021), Wayde Egan (2022), Kane Evans (2022), David Fusitu’a (2023), Addin Fonua-Blake (2023), Tohu Harris (2021), Chanel Harris-Tavita (2022), Peta Hiku (2021), Eliesa Katoa (2021), Karl Lawton (2021), Ken Maumalo (2022), Jack Murchie (2021), Marcelo Montoya (2022), Ben Murdoch-Masila (2023), Kodi Nikorima (2021, PO 22), Sean O’Sullivan (2021), Hayze Perham (2021), Adam Pompey (2021), Bayley Sironen (2023), Jamayne Taunoa-Brown (2022), Jazz Tevaga (2021), Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (2022)
2021 gains: Bayley Sironen (Rabbitohs), Marcelo Montoya (Bulldogs), Kane Evans (Eels) Ben Murdoch-Masila (Warrington), Euan Aitken (Dragons), Addin Fonua-Blake (Sea Eagles), Sean O’Sullivan (Broncos)
2021 losses: Taane Milne (Rabbitohs), Adam Blair (retirement), Patrick Herbert (Titans), Isaiah Papali’i (Eels), Lachlan Burr (Cowboys), Adam Keighran (Roosters), Nathaniel Roache (Eels), Agnatius Paasi (St Helens), Gerald Beale (retirement) Leivaha Pulu, King Vuniyayawa (both unsigned)
Coach: Nathan Brown (2023)
TIGERS
2021 squad: Shawn Blore (2023), Kane Bradley (2021), Luke Brooks (2023), Michael Chee-Kam (2021), Zac Cini (2021), Adam Doueihi (2023), Luke Garner (2022), Asu Kepaoa (2023), Joey Leilua (2022), Luciano Leilua (2022), Jacob Liddle (2021), Jock Madden (2021), Moses Mbye (2022), Thomas Mikaele (2021), Paul Momirovski (2022), Zane Musgrove (2024), David Nofoaluma (2021), Joe Ofahengaue (2023), Russell Packer (2021), Josh Reynolds (2021), James Roberts (2022), Jake Simpkin (2022), Tommy Talau (2022), James Tamou (2022) Alex Twal (2022), Stefano Utoikamanu (2023), Billy Walters (2021), Alex Seyfarth (2021)
2021 gains: James Roberts (Rabbitohs), Stefano Utoikamanu (Eels), Paul Momirovski (loan return from Storm), James Tamou (Panthers), Joe Ofahengaue (Broncos), Jock Madden, Kane Bradley, Jake Simpkin, Zac Cini (all upgraded)
2021 losses: Harry Grant (loan return to Storm), Chris Lawrence (retirement), Josh Aloiai (Sea Eagles), Sam McIntyre (Titans), Matt Eisenhuth, Robert Jennings (both Panthers), Josh Reynolds (Hull FC), Benji Marshall, Oliver Clark, Elijah Taylor, Dylan Smith (all unsigned)
New deal: Shawn Blore (2023), Alex Seyfarth (2021), Zane Musgrove (2024)