Parramatta have launched discussions with the Gold Coast to sign strike centre Brian Kelly for the 2026 season.
In the wake of star winger Zac Lomax’s sudden exit from the NRL club’s roster after just 12-months at the club, the Eels are aiming to restock their stretched backline and it’s Kelly who has emerged as a genuine target.
The Eels, Titans and Kelly’s management are in the process of thrashing out the financial aspect of any potential release of the 29-year-old, who is contracted in 2026 to the Gold Coast.
Kelly and his management have been informed by the Titans that the Indigenous All Stars representative won’t be re-signed beyond 2026, prompting serious thought to prolonging his career for 2026 and 2027 at the Eels.
https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/eels-in-talks-with-gold-coast-titans-over-zac-lomax-replacement/news-story/2abfa2e37971b2db2b9db8d58b3e47b7?using_ew=false&using_ew_noesi=false&fbclid=IwY2xjawOfF7VleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFKc3RUTUFPeEpEZUxjN1A5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgPwojjIGnzFPQQ99dpzxbCykc8wzAGNZxn2mAH5aVZ2m68OCVWrn02zTSDX_aem_dfGMxwaigU4dJ8dLNjWkAg
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I reckon there is a good chance he could play Wing. I wouldn't change Russell and JAC combo. The way they kept Staggs out of the game in Brisbane was incredible. I would keep that partnership and use Kelly as that work horse Winger.
Good option, can play inside Fox. We saw what Fox can do to a players game with how much he helped Russel. Could do wonders for him
Perennial cellar dwellers Gold Coast think highly of him ...
It's safe to say, there is no more money for a marquee player for 2026.
Love to know where it went
Well HOE did a nice blog a few months back talking about it and it makes sense.
Me too. I'm guessing Moses and some Juniors are on way more than we think.
I think Analayst it's safer to say, our recruitment team cannot close a deal on a talented in demand player.
When I go buy a house, 90% of the time I want that house the real estate agent is just for show. If we had the money we'd get anyone we want.
Kelly has a great record scoring against us he will add depth and competition for spots
Simmo has a patchy injury record. Samrani should be playing backrow exclusively for cup no more centre/wing as that's not his future
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