Eels uncover much needed big man.

Parramatta have been searching desperately for big men - and may have uncovered one right on their doorstep.NSW under-18 prop Stefano Utoikamanu has signed a new two-year deal with the Eels and been elevated to the NRL squad for next season.Still only 18, Utoikamanu was man of the match for the Blues against Queensland earlier this year and has been playing in the NSW Cup for Wentworthville against grown men - a fair effort for a teenager.Big and strong, he’s capable of playing NRL football at some stage next season.”https://wwos.nine.com.au/nrl/st-geo...the-mole/f7e28ccb-5484-42f1-aa35-1d8c13d15f51This kid is the real deal. I think he'll debut in 19' and will be the one to look forward too.Kahfusi Faainga will also come into consideration as long term starting positions

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  • That's media speak. I think the club knew exactly what it was doing with Stefano's development. He will still need leadership in the NRL, which is where Paulo will need to step up.

  • But wasnt he already one of our players anyways???

  • I think this is one of those cases where we should be congratulating our recruitment team for being able to secure a good young player.

    What's that you say? He was already in our system? Oh never mind what I just said then...

    • True
    • Considering this teams track record 

      This is a massive achievement 

    • Spot on Meek. 

  • We have big men we just need a marquee one lol
  • Too young, he will get eaten alive by journey men forward pack.

    • Or he will be like The Bear, Adam Ritson & Jason Taumololo etc.

      here's hoping

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