LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Manly Sea Eagles have reportedly decided not to sign young star Lachlan Galvin in 2027, with the Eels now being seen as the frontrunner for his recruitment.
Galvin's situation at the Wests Tigers has been making headlines, with Coach Benji Marshall choosing to drop him from the team after it was revealed he would be leaving the club after the season.
This move has caused division within the NRL community, with some questioning the decision.
Despite the Tigers stating that they will not release Galvin from his contract for next year, there are doubts about his future in the NRL, especially after he was relegated to playing NSW Cup this weekend.
There have been criticisms of the decision to drop Galvin, as he has been performing well, with experts like Matty Johns and David Riccio questioning the move.
With the news of Galvin's departure from the Tigers, he has been linked to several clubs, including Manly.
The connection between Galvin and Manly is strengthened by the fact that both he and coach Anthony Seibold share the same agent in Isaac Moses, who has close ties to the club.
However, Seibold has reportedly ruled out signing Galvin, putting an end to speculation about the young playmaker joining Manly.
The situation surrounding Galvin's future has sparked discussions and debates within the NRL, especially with the involvement of senior players like Api Koroisau and Jarome Luai confronting Marshall about the decision.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his immediate future, it seems that Galvin will not be staying at the Tigers for much longer.
The controversy surrounding his exit from the club and the speculation about his next move only add to the drama surrounding the young star's career.