The Canterbury Bulldogs have made the signing of Leo Thompson official, for four years starting with the 2026 NRL season.
After announcing that he would play his final season with the Newcastle Knights, the New Zealand international pillar has become one of the most sought-after forwards by clubs. The 24-year-old who has become one of Newcastle's spearheads. The Knights had signed Leo's brother, hoping that he would stay at the club thanks to this, but no.
The Canberra Raiders were for a long time in pole position to sign him with a lucrative contract worth just under $900,000 per year. But Leo Thompson makes the sporting choice with the Bulldogs who continue to build a real team that has returned to the playoffs this season.
In the press release, the Bulldogs informed that they would not make any further comment out of respect for the player, and his current club. After missing the signings of Stefano Utoikamanu and Corey Horsburgh, Phil Gould's work still continues to pay off.
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