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Bears poach rising Rabbitohs gun in big coup, halves twist; Panthers block stars’ free agency bid
The Perth Bearshave reportedly signed South Sydney halfback Jamie Humphreys in a massive coup that completes a starting 19 for the club in 2027.
The Daily Telegraph reported the incoming NRL franchised has poached the 24-year-old after he failed to reach an agreement on an extension with the Rabbitohs.
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Humphreys could form a halves partnership at the Bears with Toby Sexton, with fellow recruit Tyran Wishart tipped to play hooker.
Perth Bears lock in star player
The Perth Bears have continued to build their inaugural roster, securing playmaker Jamie Humphreys on a deal from 2027 in what shapes as another significant signing for the NRL's newest franchise.
Still just 24 years old, Humphreys has emerged as one of the more promising playmakers in the competition after making his NRL debut with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in 2024 before joining the South Sydney Rabbitohs the following season.
The Daily Telegraph revealed the move on Friday morning, although the length and value of Humphreys' contract remain unclear.
While Humphreys is predominantly in the halves, his ability to comfortably slot into hooker gives Bears coach Mal Meninga valuable flexibility alongside fellow utility playmaker Tyran Wishart.
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NRL fans divided as South Sydney star on cusp of signing three-year deal with rival club
Rabbitohs fans are heavily divided amid news that halfback Jamie Humphreys is “very, very close” to signing with the Perth Bears for 2027. The 24-year-old has played 24 games for Souths since arriving at the club from Manly in 2025.
He was one of the Rabbitohs’ best last year in a season that was wrecked by injuries, although he too spent a significant time on the sidelines. Rabbitohs fans thought they’d found their long-term halfback, however his future at the club has been thrown into doubt in recent months.
The big-money signing of Payne Haas from the Broncos has created a salary cap squeeze at Souths, who haven’t been able to offer Humphreys as much money as he’d like. He’s also seemingly been leap-frogged by young gun Ashton Ward in the race to wear the No.7 jersey long term.
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