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July 22, 2026, 5:56 pm

July 22, 2026, 8:04 pm

Jarome Luai joins Eels for one season in 2027.

Summary

Eels coach Jason Ryles says signing Jarome Luai was the right decision.

Wests Tigers let Luai go to give younger players a chance.

Luai will join PNG Chiefs in 2028 as a key player.

Coach Ryles is happy with the decision to sign Luai for one season.

Luai signed with Eels for 2027 before joining PNG Chiefs in 2028.

Luai, a four-time premiership winner, was let go by Wests Tigers to help younger players.

Coach Ryles is not worried that Luai's arrival will discourage younger players.

Benji Marshall denied rumors about his relationship with Luai affecting Luai's exit from Wests Tigers.

Signing Luai helps the Eels' younger players, like Joash Papalii and Lincoln Fletcher.

The Eels are not in a good position on the ladder and need more experienced players.

The team needs more experienced players, and Luai fits that role.

Younger players are coming through, but they may not be ready for a while.

Luai's experience will help younger players learn and grow.

Injured player Will Penisini might return to the game via reserve grade.

Veteran players Junior Paulo and Bailey Simonsson should return from injury soon.

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