The Chiefs are keenly pursuing a rugby prodigy, set to make waves in Australian rugby.
19-year-old Treyvon Pritchard, currently dazzling fans with the Reds, is at the center of their interest, and they are also eyeing his older brother.
This strategy by the Chiefs comes as the NRL market remains largely inactive until November 1, when off-contract players for 2027 can start discussing deals with other teams.
In contrast, the rugby union landscape offers opportunities without such restrictions, prompting the Chiefs to focus their efforts there.
Pritchard's talent has drawn comparisons to that of Newcastle Knights' standout Kalyn Ponga, who once walked the same halls at Anglican Church Grammar School in Brisbane.
He made his Reds debut in a friendly match just as he was tackling his year 12 exams, swiftly advancing into Queensland's senior squad for the current season, ultimately making his Super Rugby Pacific debut in March.
Several analysts have started discussing him as a potential surprise selection for the Wallabies this year.
Les Kiss, the upcoming Wallabies coach, has carefully introduced Pritchard, primarily utilizing him from the bench, and has expressed his high regard for the young player.
"Treyvon is very savvy. He is no one-trick pony," Kiss noted earlier this year.
"He is a beautifully balanced young player. Very quick, smart, and confident. He can kick off both feet, step off both feet, and his speed off the mark is brilliant.
"He has the one thing you can't coach, and that's speed."