LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
"I'm still weighing up my options," said Payne Haas, the powerful prop from the Brisbane Broncos, hinting at a potential departure from the Australian Kangaroos squad.
In recent times, the Pacific Islands have emerged as an alluring destination for players with dual eligibility.
According to the current rules set by the International Rugby League, players can switch allegiances annually as long as they do not represent more than one Tier 1 nation.
With Australia, England, and New Zealand holding Tier 1 status, the debate continues over Tonga and Samoa's possible promotion.
This flexibility means that players who have ties to a Tier 2 nation can make a switch at any moment, much like those who have donned the New South Wales or Queensland jersey in the State of Origin series, or have previously featured for New Zealand.
Haas's contemplation of leaving the Kangaroos squad adds another layer of intrigue to the ever-evolving landscape of international Rugby League, with the prop keeping his cards close to his chest as he mulls over his next move.