LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Jarome Luai is enthusiastic about the potential of young half Latu Fainu, who he believes is merely "scratching the surface" of his remarkable talent as he transitions to the starting halves position alongside Luai.
Fainu is set to start at halfback for the fourth time this Friday night against his former team, the Sea Eagles, in a crucial match for both teams vying for a spot in the top eight.
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has identified Fainu as the long-term halves solution alongside Luai, particularly following the departure of Lachlan Galvin and an injury to Jahream Bula that requires Heath Mason to move to fullback.
Luai expressed his excitement about Fainu's untapped potential, stating, "The potential he has (excites me the most).
You've seen little bits here and there, but he hasn't played 80 minutes yet, which is what I'm excited about and how he can impact the game for the full 80."
Fainu's brief appearances have shown glimpses of his capabilities, but Luai is eager to see how he performs when given a full match to showcase his skills.