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Roosters size up Flegler as Dolphins land Broncos blow with Farnworth coup
Herbie Farnworth may not be the last big name to leave Brisbane, with the Roosters and Sea Eagles among the Sydney clubs eying off Queensland Origin prop Thomas Flegler.
Farnworth will join cross-town rivals the Dolphins in 2024 as the biggest signing of their short existence, his three-year deal with the NRL newcomers adding spice to a burgeoning rivalry north of the border.
This Stan Original documentary series follows legendary super coach Wanye Bennett and the Queensland-based Dolphins as they prepare for their inaugural NRL season.
The Englishman has long been in coach Wayne Bennett’s sights and was unsuccessfully pursued for 2023 as well, with several NRL rivals also expressing interest in Farnworth after a couple of impressive campaigns at Brisbane.
Sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity, have told the Herald that the Broncos could not compete with the money offered to Farnworth by multiple rivals including Sydney-based outfits.
Flegler is also a man in demand as the Roosters consider making a play for the off-contract front-rower.
Veteran prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves is expected to retire at season’s end, which will leave a huge void up front after Sio Siua Taukeiaho departed for Catalans during the off season.
There is also a cloud over Angus Crichton’s immediate playing future, although the club is hopeful the NSW and Australian back-rower makes a full recovery after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Herbie Farnworth may not be the last big name to leave Brisbane, with the Roosters and Sea Eagles among the Sydney clubs eying off Queensland Origin prop Thomas Flegler.
Farnworth will join cross-town rivals the Dolphins in 2024 as the biggest signing of their short existence, his three-year deal with the NRL newcomers adding spice to a burgeoning rivalry north of the border.
This Stan Original documentary series follows legendary super coach Wanye Bennett and the Queensland-based Dolphins as they prepare for their inaugural NRL season.
The Englishman has long been in coach Wayne Bennett’s sights and was unsuccessfully pursued for 2023 as well, with several NRL rivals also expressing interest in Farnworth after a couple of impressive campaigns at Brisbane.
Sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity, have told the Herald that the Broncos could not compete with the money offered to Farnworth by multiple rivals including Sydney-based outfits.
Flegler is also a man in demand as the Roosters consider making a play for the off-contract front-rower.
Veteran prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves is expected to retire at season’s end, which will leave a huge void up front after Sio Siua Taukeiaho departed for Catalans during the off season.
There is also a cloud over Angus Crichton’s immediate playing future, although the club is hopeful the NSW and Australian back-rower makes a full recovery after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
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