LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
State of Origin warrior and Newcastle Knights powerhouse, Daniel Saifiti, is reportedly gearing up to forge a long-term alliance with a new NRL club after being granted the green light to explore his options.
Recently, the Knights dropped a bombshell by allowing the formidable forward to dip his toes in the competitive waters of the open market, despite his contractual obligations lasting until the conclusion of the 2026 NRL campaign.
This surprising development comes hot on the heels of Saifiti's performance struggles.
Throughout his 19 appearances for Adam O'Brien's squad this season, he has mustered a meager 102 running meters per game and has frequently found himself relegated to the interchange bench.
Furthermore, this bold move by the Knights will enable them to alleviate some financial pressure in their salary cap, as Saifiti is currently locked into a hefty contract worth a reported $850,000 per season for the next couple of years.
Reports from News Corp suggest that Saifiti is poised to depart the Newcastle Knights and pledge his allegiance to The Dolphins starting from the upcoming season, a move that positions him as a flawless replacement for the retiring Jesse Bromwich.