The Sydney Roosters are considering making a play for Dane Gagai, who is off contract with the Knights at the end of this season.
Gagai, 33, has had a glittering career in two stints with Newcastle, regularly representing Queensland and Australia during his time with the club. It is understood that Gagai is keen to play on, perhaps for several more seasons, and will consider offers from other clubs.
At this stage the Roosters are only discussing Gagai internally as a possible replacement for departing stars Joey Manu and Joseph Suaalii, who are both off to rugby union next season.
If the Roosters do decide to make a play for Gagai, they’ll have a battle on their hands to get him, with Newcastle understood to be keen to keep him.
Gagai is currently on good money at the Knights and will likely be asked to take a pay cut regardless of where he lands in 2025 and beyond.
However, he may be swayed by the number of years offered, with Gagai keen to have the security of a multi-year deal.
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