Bronson Xerri has been making headlines recently following his exclusion and reported request for release from the Canterbury Bulldogs.
After being dropped from Canterbury's 22-man squad for Round 3 against the Canberra Raiders, the talented centre is facing scrutiny over his dissatisfaction with a positional change and his demotion to the NSW Cup.
The Bulldogs' director of football, Phil Gould, has stated that Xerri hasn't formally requested a release; however, where there's speculation, there tends to be some truth.
It's been reported that numerous clubs have already reached out to his management team. It's a rare opportunity to see a player of his talent potentially leaving his current club, whether that be soon or at the end of the season.
Notably, his contract remains valid until the conclusion of the 2027 season with the Belmore-based team, meaning his availability at the end of this season isn't guaranteed.
With these factors in mind, we've identified several likely destinations for Xerri, some of which may be more immediate than others.