The Wests Tigers have continued their seek for a half and Warriors star Shaun Johnson has emerged as a goal.
That is in keeping withNews Corp, who revealed on Thursday that the membership is contemplating making a play for the 32-year-old.
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Johnson returned final season to the membership he made his debut for on a two-year deal. There was doubt over not solely his future on the Warriors, but in addition his future within the sport after a poor 2022.
But Johnson has resuscitated his profession and is a serious cause within the Warriors’ spectacular begin to the season.
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He is but to signal a brand new deal for 2024, nevertheless News Corp studies “discussions” have occurred between the Tigers over a one-year deal.
The Warriors are additionally reportedly contemplating providing him an extension.
News Corp journalist Brent Read instructed Triple M that Johnson “fits the bill” of what the Tigers are on the lookout for after lacking out on Mitchell Moses’ signature.
But highlighted that the curiosity was sparked earlier than Scott Fulton signed on as head of recruitment.
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“It’s pretty well-documented the Tigers are on the lookout for an organising half, a halfback that can lead them around the park and dominate field position,” he mentioned.
“I’ve got to stress this happened before Scott Fulton arrived at the club so I’m not sure what Scott’s plans are in regards to Shaun Johnson — the contact happened before Scott Fulton arrived to the club.
“Scott may have other ideas, he may have other targets — I know he’s a fan of Ben Hunt — so this may change.
“But there was an approach to Shaun Johnson, there’s interest there from the Tigers so the Warriors have a bit of a fight on their hands — which I don’t think they would’ve expected.”
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The Tigers’ curiosity in Johnson may spell bother for Luke Brooks, who’s and not using a contract for 2024.
Brooks has his greatest sport of the season final week to steer the Tigers to an upset over the Panthers however now wants to supply that type persistently.
Adam Doueihi re-signed with the membership on a one-year deal however is predicted to overlook half of subsequent season after struggling his third ACL damage.
Source: www.foxsports.com.au