Parramatta Eels are making a bold move by bringing in Jarome Luai for one season — a veteran leader with premiership pedigree — to inject instant experience and mentorship into their young halves. Coach Jason Ryles sees it as a strategic boost, not a threat to development, helping younger players grow while the team fights to climb from fifteenth. Luai’s departure from Wests Tigers opens the door for their emerging halves, while he’ll also lead the PNG Chiefs in 2028. Meanwhile, the Eels are hopeful for returns from key injury setbacks, including Will Penisini, Junior Paulo, and Bailey Simonsson, as they aim to build depth and momentum for the future.

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