LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Super League appears poised to acquire another player from the NRL amid a significant recruitment campaign from overseas.
Chris Patolo, a prop for the Manly Sea Eagles and former Canterbury Bulldogs prospect, is reportedly considering a move overseas for the 2026 season.
Although he was once seen as a key player for the Bulldogs' forward line, injury issues and limited opportunities in first grade have diminished Patolo's prospects within the NRL, making a Super League transfer more likely.
All Out Rugby League has indicated that the Sea Eagles forward has caught the attention of several Super League clubs eager to enhance their roster with powerful players ahead of 2026.
After having difficulty securing a spot in the Sea Eagles' NRL lineup in 2025, Patolo has reportedly been offered to Super League teams by his management.
With no contract for the upcoming season, he is keen to rejuvenate his previously promising rugby league career.
The Super League has proven to be an effective avenue for aspiring or unfortunate NRL talents looking to reclaim their status in the Australian league.