GOOD NEWS: FORMER ROOSTERS DUO ARRIVE AT ALLIANZ STADIUM AHEAD OF HOMECOMING, CLUB CONFIRMS ADVANCED RETURN TALKS
In a major boost for fans, the Sydney Roosters have confirmed that former star outside backs Joey Manu and Joseph Suaalii are in advanced negotiations for a sensational return to the club, with both players arriving at Allianz Stadium ahead of final discussions this week.
The Tricolours announced on Monday that the dynamic duo – who departed in recent seasons to pursue rugby union opportunities – are set to make their way back to Bondi Junction, marking a potential landmark reunion for one of the NRL’s most historic clubs.
Manu and Suaalii have already touched down at the Roosters’ home ground, where they will hold crucial final talks with club management to finalise terms of their proposed returns. Both players have spent time reconnecting with coaching staff and touring the facility, with sources indicating that significant progress has already been made in negotiations.
During their previous tenures at the club, the pair established themselves as key contributors and firm fan favourites, leaving noticeable gaps in the Roosters’ backline when they switched codes. Manu built a reputation as one of the competition’s most dominant centres, while Suaalii emerged as one of rugby league’s brightest young talents before his move to rugby union.
The club’s leadership has praised the commitment shown by both players to explore a return. “We are delighted to confirm that advanced discussions are underway with Joey and Joseph regarding their potential homecoming,” said a Roosters spokesperson. “Their desire to come back to the club where they developed their careers speaks volumes about the bond they share with the Tricolours family.”
While both athletes had remaining commitments in rugby union, arrangements are being finalised to facilitate their return to the NRL. The Roosters have been deliberate in managing their salary cap in recent seasons, ensuring they were positioned to act swiftly should the opportunity to bring the pair back arise.
Both Manu and Suaalii have expressed their excitement at the prospect of donning the famous red, white and blue once more. Their return would instantly transform the Roosters’ backline, with both players still in their prime and capable of delivering match-winning performances at the highest level.
As final negotiations continue at Allianz Stadium, fans are already celebrating the potential homecoming of two of the club’s most beloved modern-day stars.
