Reported interest from the Sydney Roosters has intensified the contest for Jack Bostock, with the Dolphins and St George Illawarra also hoping to secure the outside back.
Bostock is preparing for a World Cup final with the Kangaroos after a season in which he lost only once.
He has indicated he will give the Dolphins an opportunity to retain him, but signs suggest he wants to return to Sydney.
A Dragons junior, Bostock left Wollongong after Wayne Bennett and the Dolphins moved to sign him, disappointing Dragons supporters.
He has since scored 31 tries in 56 appearances and averaged 154 metres per game in 2026.
The Roosters, previously linked with Bostock's Dolphins teammate Herbie Farnworth, have reportedly declared their intention to bid for him.
It is unclear whether they are pursuing Bostock because Farnworth talks have faltered or because they hope to sign both players.
St George Illawarra have substantially rebuilt their roster for 2027, adding Scott Drinkwater, Phillip Sami, Kodi Nikorima, Luke Metcalf, Keaon Koloamatangi and Connor Watson.
The Dragons have also retained young forwards including Hamish Stewart, the Couchman brothers, Dylan Egan and Jacob Halangahu, while Loko Pasifiki Tonga may remain.
Given the Roosters' interest and the club's rebuilding plans, the article argues the Dragons must do everything possible to sign Bostock.