GOOD NEWS: A Vital Player for St George Illawarra Dragons Is Back….
Dragons chase Wallabies star as club sets date for Lomax exit talks
The Herald can disclose that the Dragons have initiated talks regarding a potential partnership with the team after Rugby Australia player Mark Nawaqanitawase’s contract expires at the end of this year, with Petaia’s management, who also manage the player headed to the Sydney Roosters.
It comes as the Dragons and Lomax’s management have agreed to put conversations about the outside back’s future on ice until after round four to give St George Illawarra the best opportunity to start the year strongly under their new coach.
Petaia, who currently plays Super Rugby with the Queensland Reds, is also exploring rugby union options in France and Japan but has caught the eye of Flanagan.
The 24-year-old has represented the Wallabies on 27 occasions, including in the last two World Cups, and is seen as a potential fullback or centre in rugby league.
The Dragons could have an opening in the back line with the future of Lomax up in the air.