LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Rugby League world, reports suggest that an NRL team is currently in talks with Cronulla Sharks hooker Jayden Berrell for the upcoming 2025 season after his impressive debut earlier this year.
After dominating the QLD Cup and earning the prestigious Player of the Year title, Berrell made the bold leap to join the Sharks in 2022.
However, it wasn't until 30 months later that he finally got his chance to shine in the NRL arena.
Hailed as the 2023 Player of the Year for the Newtown Jets in the NSW Cup, the talented dummy-half showcased his skills when he made his much-anticipated debut in Round 21 against the North Queensland Cowboys, with two more matches under his belt during the season.
With his contract up in the air for the 2025 NRL season, sources from News Corp have revealed that negotiations are underway between Berrell and the Sharks.
If all goes smoothly, he could be signing on for a one-year extension in the hopes of securing more game time in the fiercely competitive first-grade competition.
This potential retention of Berrell comes at a crucial time for the Cronulla Sharks, as they still have eight vacant spots on their Top 30 roster for the upcoming 2025 NRL season.
The talks with Berrell also follow recent reports of negotiations with fullback Siteni Taukamo to keep him within the club's ranks.
As the Rugby League world eagerly awaits the outcome of these negotiations, one can't help but wonder what exciting moves and plays Berrell will bring to the field in the coming season.
Stay tuned for more updates as this sporting saga unfolds.