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Roosters star to sign with TWO new clubs in fresh boost for rebuilding struggler — Whispers
Roosters utility Connor Watson is set to join expansion side the PNG Chiefs in 2028 via a one year stint with the rebuilding St George Illawarra Dragons.
Zero Tackle reported Watson is set to ink a one-year deal with the Dragons for 2027, before linking up with the PNG Chiefs from their inaugural season for two years.
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The Dragons deal would be similar to Jonah Pezet’s one-year stay at the Eels before he joins with the Broncos on a three-year deal from 2027.
Connor Watson closes on contract call as Roosters departure looms
Sydney Roosters utility Connor Watson is set to join the PNG Chiefs via the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Watson, who toured the PNG Chiefs facilities in Port Moresby over the weekend and arrived back in Australia on Monday, is understood to have a two-year deal on the table from the club.
While he is contracted at the Roosters until at least the end of 2027, the club will not hold him to the final year of his deal if he can find a better option elsewhere.
The 2025 State of Origin player has struggled to find a permanent role at the tri-colours, bouncing around positions, and it's understood he is keen to head elsewhere.
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Signings watch: NSW representative spotted in PNG
Having already signed Jarome Luai and Alex Johnston, the PNG Chiefs have their next big-name recruit in their sights.
Following their loss to the Cowboys on Saturday, Roosters’ star Connor Watson and his partner Kiana were spotted at Port Moresby Airport with the club’s CEO, Lorna McPherson.
The utility comes out of contract at the end of next season, but was granted permission by the Roosters to speak with rival clubs before November 1 after Reece Robson became the club's starting hooker.
The 29-year-old, who has played for NSW on five occasions, has also been rumoured with the St. George Illawarra Dragons, Manly Sea Eagles and the Perth Bears.
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