LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Lachlan Galvin, the new signing for the Bulldogs, has addressed rumors regarding his relationship with Wests Tigers co-captain Jarome Luai, emerging amidst considerable speculation about his transfer.
Galvin officially joined the Bulldogs over the weekend, despite being under contract with the Tigers until the end of 2026.
The Tigers' board allowed his immediate release after the Bulldogs fulfilled the required transfer fee.
The situation has been controversial, particularly for Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould, who faced criticism regarding the way the signing was handled.
Tensions escalated in Round 7 when Galvin was dropped from a team list after the announcement of his departure, leading to Luai's ambiguous social media post, "Team first," which many interpreted as a comment on Galvin's situation.
This sparked questions about their relationship, especially as veteran NRL reporter Rothfield suggested that the relationship might not be strong, potentially affecting Galvin's future at the Bulldogs.
Despite the scrutiny, Galvin was quick to counter the notion of any tension between him and Luai.
During an interview with Danny Weidler on Channel Nine, he rejected claims of jealousy regarding Luai's new role as a main playmaker while noting that despite past speculation, he feels no animosity.
Overall, Galvin is focused on his new opportunity with the Bulldogs, aiming to set aside any distractions from his time at the Tigers.