LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In a rugby league twist that could rival a crunching tackle, the Melbourne Storm and Wests Tigers have come to an agreement that will see Justin Olam and Shawn Blore swap jerseys for the upcoming NRL season.
This player swap, reminiscent of a slick backline move, marks the second transfer between these two clubs in recent times.
The Storm, bidding farewell to their premiership star Olam, are eagerly embracing the arrival of Blore with open arms.
With Monday now in sight, both players will hit the training paddock with their new teammates, ready to embark on a fresh chapter in their careers.
Storm CEO, Justin Rodski, has hailed this unique agreement as a strategic play that will inject new energy into both sides, a move akin to a tactical substitution.
This bold move is undeniably a testament to the clubs' commitment to success and their willingness to make bold moves on the field and in the transfer market.