LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Wests Tigers have been dealt a blow with the news that star half Lachlan Galvin will be leaving the club at the end of his contract in 2026.
Galvin, who has emerged as an NRL level talent over the past 18 months, is set to test the open market from November 1.
The Tigers confirmed that there will be no early release for the young talent, expressing disappointment over his decision to leave.
In a statement released by the Tigers, they acknowledged Galvin's importance to the team and expressed their disappointment at his impending departure.
They also emphasized Galvin's potential, describing him as the future of the joint-venture alongside other talented youngsters within the club's system.
Zero Tackle reported on the news, highlighting Galvin's rising value in the NRL.
The Tigers' statement on Galvin's future reflected their respect for his decision to explore other opportunities outside of the club.
They thanked Galvin for his contributions and wished him well in his future endeavors.
The hard decision to let him go signals a shift in the team's roster, with the club now facing the task of finding a replacement for Galvin in the upcoming seasons.
Despite the loss of Galvin, the Tigers remain optimistic about the future of the club and the talented players within their system.
They will need to regroup and focus on strengthening their team moving forward, possibly looking to their emerging young talent to fill the void left by Galvin.
The announcement of his departure marks the end of an era for the Tigers, but also opens the door for new opportunities and growth within the team.