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The Manly Sea Eagles, a prestigious rugby league team, are reportedly strategizing for the future beyond the tenure of their star halfback, Daly Cherry-Evans (DCE). At 34, DCE continues to shine on the pitch, yet retirement beckons in two years when he turns 36. One name that is echoing around the corridors of the club’s management is that of Lachlan Galvin, an 18-year-old prodigy seen as a top halfback talent. Currently, Galvin is set to join the West Tigers’ top-30 squad.
Sea Eagles Eyeing Young Talent
Galvin’s potential is highly regarded within the rugby world, and he is managed by Isaac Moses, who also represents Manly’s coach, Anthony Seibold. This commonality could potentially smooth any future negotiations for a transfer. However, no formal discussions have taken place yet. The Tigers, having already signed a number of playmakers, are now grappling with a skewed salary cap. This might necessitate the departure of some of their players, possibly creating an opportunity for Galvin to step up as a part of the Sea Eagles.
Melbourne Storm and the Search for a Backup Hooker
In related news, the Melbourne Storm, another prominent rugby league team, are on the lookout for a backup for Harry Grant. The Storm may have found their man in Rua Ngatikaura, an up-and-coming talent from the Tigers and a Cook Islands international player. Ngatikaura has recently been signed by Melbourne’s feeder club, North Sydney.
Fiji and Papua New Guinea in the Rugby League Landscape
On the international rugby scene, Fiji is making strides in the sport. The country is launching a team in the Jersey Flegg Cup for under 21s, following their current team in the Ron Massey Cup. This move is aimed at carving new opportunities for Fijian youth, enabling them to garner experience and exposure in the sport. Meanwhile, Papua New Guinea is being considered as the potential 18th franchise for the NRL, backed by monetary aid from the Australian government. However, Fiji is also in contention given its appeal as a popular holiday destination and the strong support for its bid.