OFFICIAL Jarome Luai - #295

[Camel2281]

Benji really isn’t including AD as one of the 4 halves is he? Surely not.

I thought Galvin was the 4th

 

[426Tlgerland]

Benji really isn’t including AD as one of the 4 halves is he? Surely not.

Hope not , I feel for AD but he will struggle next season
Sezer , Bud both ahead of him and Fanu well anything could happen , Young brooks , young Toovey etc etc

 

[Mystery]

It’s not just that post. The guy is a grub.

Luai is generally regarded in rugby league circles as one of the better blokes in the NRL.

A mate has been in origin camp for the past 3 years and said fox, to’o and Luai are the best blokes in the team. Give the most to fans, treat the staff the best (apparently RCG is the worst bloke)

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

IF he comes great it shows clear intent & solves a major issue for us.

Tigers' halves are higher priority than Luai: Benji

This link seems to provide an update. Not sure what it means if you read the article though.

This is the key quote:

"All players that come into the market, you've got to have a look at, especially if they're marquee players (like Luai).

"But we've signed halves, we've got four halves for the season going into it. We'll prioritise that at the moment."

Perhaps it means that he's not looking too far forward (2025) and sticking with what he's got. I don't mind it. AD is on big money we should let him go. Leave the halves shootout between Sullivan, Fainu and then Large comes in later. Sezer will be offered a 1 year extension at most if he plays good next year. 2024 will be a good experimental year I think. 25/26 is time to cash in on the talented juniors all over the park

“At the moment” key part of the quote = Benji wants more.

AD and Sezer we don’t have for 25 currently.

I’m glad he is having the discussions. Let’s see what unfolds. Would be surprised if Luia comes.

 

[earl]

Benji really isn’t including AD as one of the 4 halves is he? Surely not.

I just listened to that interview and he stated AD will probably come back through reserve grade. My take is that Benji has no expectations on AD for next season and he isn't contracted to us post that point.

 

[king_sirro]

Luai is generally regarded in rugby league circles as one of the better blokes in the NRL.

A mate has been in origin camp for the past 3 years and said fox, to’o and Luai are the best blokes in the team. Give the most to fans, treat the staff the best (apparently RCG is the worst bloke)

I didn't need this post. I'm slowly warming to the idea of Luai against all my instincts, and posts like these tip me over. I'm a whisker away from actually hoping we get him.

For the record, I to have heard that he is very down to earth with fans and treats them well.

 

[Roar_Power]

I didn't need this post. I'm slowly warming to the idea of Luai against all my instincts, and posts like these tip me over. I'm a whisker away from actually hoping we get him.

For the record, I to have heard that he is very down to earth with fans and treats them well.

Just says and does a whole lot of dumb stuff that taints his image.

BTW I am all for him becoming a Tiger!

 

[Spartan117]

Probably.. just on that.. is there a rumour Bennett for head of footy in 25 because cheika shunned us ?

That would truly be magnificent, even pn a part time consultant basis.

Wayne Bennet would make us better

 

[BrissieTiger67]

I didn't need this post. I'm slowly warming to the idea of Luai against all my instincts, and posts like these tip me over. I'm a whisker away from actually hoping we get him.

For the record, I to have heard that he is very down to earth with fans and treats them well.

That just completely goes against my perception that he is a compelte douche bag. Would be great if we get him though. Especially 25/26 with api.

 

[rugbygoated]

Something no one has mentioned is that Latu Fainu played hooker for Tonga. Perhaps he could play 14 in the future as Koroisau ages and doesn't play the 80? Sullivan and Sezer next season for me

 

[jirskyr]

We’ve won two wooden spoons in a row, beggars can’t be choosers.

I'm afraid that isn't true, and the reason is the salary cap.

Even the beggars must be choosy - you spend your money unwisely and it will cripple your chances for several seasons.

 

[WestsEffTheRest]

Luai is generally regarded in rugby league circles as one of the better blokes in the NRL.

A mate has been in origin camp for the past 3 years and said fox, to’o and Luai are the best blokes in the team. Give the most to fans, treat the staff the best (apparently RCG is the worst bloke)

I’m a Youth worker & I do a lot of work in Mount Druitt & its surrounding areas. The amount of time Luai, To’o, Critta, Leniu & Taylan May give back to the local community is unbelievable & it really does impact those troubled kids more then people would think.

 

[Betterdays22]

I’m a Youth worker & I do a lot of work in Mount Druitt & its surrounding areas. The amount of time Luai, To’o, Critta, Leniu & Taylan May give back to the local community is unbelievable & it really does impact those troubled kids more then people would think.

I've heard the same. He does a lot of good in the community beyond the obligatory stuff all clubs do. He can obviously be a bit silly and immature, hes a bit of a troll, but the media narrative about him is so disproportionate. Particularly considering some of the other characters running around the NRL.

 

[rugbygoated]

I'm afraid that isn't true, and the reason is the salary cap.

Even the beggars must be choosy - you spend your money unwisely and it will cripple your chances for several seasons.

that's true but there's very few big players who would choose the Tigers as a club they want to go to. Manu will probably stay at Roosters for that reason. As will Dearden and Mam. I don't think 1 million for Luai is crazy in the new salary cap. He feeds off haters and knows many people will target him. The two changes to penrith's spine from 2019 to 2020 was Egan leaving for Koroisau, and Maloney departing for Luai. Edwards was average and actually got dropped in 2019. Yeo was playing a mix of centre, lock and second row in 2018/19. Cleary was 5/8 to Maloney at halfback. It's no coincidence once some of the new talent came in penrith improved

 

[Todd Packer]

There's too much love for Luai happening on here. You're gonna put the mock on it.
Keep hating him until he signs.

 

[240z]

It seems that some on this thread have the wrong mail. Yes, it's true the club offered Simpkin as a swap for 2024 for Luai but it is not almost a done deal like some are saying. The most likely scenario is Luai staying at penrith still. Those rumours the other day about Benji meeting Luai are true but it doesn't mean he is about to put pen to paper. He is still negotiating with Penrith and this will most likely drag out until early 2024 so it's highly unlikely he's coming early. It was just a proposition put forward. Luai is just doing what every single player does that decides to test the market, some sign elsewhere, some stay put

This is taking the same path as the Mitchell Moses saga

 

[Betterdays22]

This is taking the same path as the Mitchell Moses saga

Yep. Why would Luai feel any pressure at all to rush into signing? I'm sure we will get halfway through next year and still be discussing it.

 

[GNR4LIFE]

Yep. Why would Luai feel any pressure at all to rush into signing? I'm sure we will get halfway through next year and still be discussing it.

I’d be surprised if he holds off that long.

 

[Betterdays22]

I’d be surprised if he holds off that long.

Hope for our sake he doesn't. I might be wrong but it doesn't seem to happen too often that a big name player announces they are changing clubs 18 months out. The high demand ones it seems to drag on. Might be proven wrong.

I think this is different to Moses. He was never genuinely considering coming imo

 

[GNR4LIFE]

Hope for our sake he doesn't. I might be wrong but it doesn't seem to happen too often that a big name player announces they are changing clubs 18 months out. The high demand ones it seems to drag on. Might be proven wrong.

I think this is different to Moses. He was never genuinely considering coming imo

It happens. Api did. Crichton and Kikau as well.