Dominic Young has put an end to the uncertainty surrounding his career by signing a new long-term contract with the Newcastle Knights, set to keep him with the team until the conclusion of 2030.
Newcastle officially announced the news after earlier reports suggested that the two sides were nearing an agreement, securing Young as a vital part of their future plans.
Negotiations were initially challenging, as Young reportedly turned down Newcastle's first proposal, feeling that the club hadn't recognized his worth.
However, those issues have since been resolved, and the 25-year-old is now committed to the Knights during his prime years, having successfully revitalized his career in Newcastle after returning from the Sydney Roosters midway through last season.
Young first joined the Knights in 2021, having made his Super League debut as a teenager, and evolved into one of the league's top finishers before his brief stint with the Roosters at the end of 2023.
He spent less than two seasons in Sydney before making a mid-year return to Newcastle, where he quickly regained the form that made him a key player during his first time at the club.
Young brings more than just scoring ability to the Knights; his size and powerful runs have made him essential for the team's efforts in gaining ground.
His new contract adds to a significant retention phase for Newcastle, with players like Dylan Lucas, Jermaine McEwen, and promising young talent Francis Manuleleua also committing their futures to the club.
Keeping Young in the fold adds more stability as the Knights aim to build around a core group capable of securing a place in finals over the next few seasons.
This announcement comes as Newcastle gears up for its return to the finals just a year after finishing last, marking a remarkable turnaround in Justin Holbrook's inaugural season.
Young will be eligible for the first week of the finals following a one-match suspension for a hip-drop tackle on Manly's Tolutau Koula.
After a season filled with significant player agreements and a return to finals, Knights fans have abundant reasons to be enthusiastic about this year and the future.