Isaiah Iongi extends with the Eels

The Parramatta Eels are delighted to announce that talented young fullback Isaiah Iongi has signed a long-term contract extension, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2030 NRL season.

Since joining the Eels 12 months ago as a rookie, Iongi has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting emerging players in the game, impressing with his speed, footwork, and maturity beyond his years.

Iongi expressed his gratitude after putting pen to paper.

“This past year has been surreal, I came to Parramatta for an opportunity and now it’s become home. I’ve built a great connection with Jason Ryles, the coaching staff, my teammates, and everyone at the Club, and I’m grateful for the faith they’ve shown in me. The incredible support from our fans has made my journey even more special.

“We’ve grown so much as a team over the past year, and I can’t wait to keep building our future together at this Club,” said Iongi.

Parramatta Eels General Manager of Football Mark O’Neill said the club is thrilled to lock Iongi in long term.

“Isaiah has developed into an important member of the team and has settled into the club and our environment very well since he arrived last year. His performances in 2025 have made him popular not only with the playing group but also amongst our members and fans.

With his positive mindset, strong work ethic and desire to improve, we see him as a long-term leader at the Eels. Jason, the coaches and the rest of the club are incredibly excited to see him continue to evolve over the coming years,” said O’Neill.

Iongi finished the year with eight tries, 12 try assists, and averaged more than four tackle busts per game. His strong form also earned him representative honours, playing for Tonga in the Pacific Championships. He was awarded the Parramatta Eels Rookie of the Year at the Ken Thornett Medal Presentation, and he cemented himself as a fan favourite by claiming the Blue & Gold Army NRL Player of the Year.

"Great news.
I am guessing this means we have missed out on KK. It gives our recruitment team something to cheer about to soften the blow of missing out.."

"They're one of our main competitors so it will benefit if they are languishing at the bottom. Just as Gus Gould does everything for the Eels to fail."

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- - - shane > LB December 10, 2025 at 10:26am
      
      yes I saw it LB but reckon it is media hype as it also said Brad would have plenty of options if he decided to return to the NRL and we all know he hasn't as he tried and would already be in the NRL as a coach if he did.
      - LB > shane December 10, 2025 at 10:48am
        
        He went for Perth job. Talk was he was looking at GC job but no word on Knights job (could be wrong) i wonder with Matt being there and AOB being a mate he didn't want to take his spot.
    - Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin 🐐 > LB December 10, 2025 at 11:26am
      
      They're one of our main competitors so it will benefit if they are languishing at the bottom. Just as Gus Gould does everything for the Eels to fail.
  - Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin 🐐 > Zip zip December 10, 2025 at 11:24am
    
    Can't see benji seeing out the season at this rate. Already players are threatening walking out
Eli Stephens December 10, 2025 at 8:29am

Ryles continues to build the right culture and environment, more of this to come
ParraEels December 10, 2025 at 8:58am

What a feeling this is that a key member of our spine goes into extension negotiations without dragging the club through the mud via the media. Bravo
- Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin 🐐 > ParraEels December 10, 2025 at 9:28am
  
  Yes, unlike the previous people who were here.
Gucci December 10, 2025 at 9:09am

He will only get better, once he finds his voice he will become elite. Reminds me alot of RTS in both build and the way he moves, one of the most fluid players with a ball in hand.

Thats 3/4 spine players locked in long term. Once the 6 is settled it will be a killer spine.
- Clintorian > Gucci December 10, 2025 at 9:20am
  
  Let's hope Lorenzo and Fletcher kick on into first grade.
LB December 10, 2025 at 9:28am

I'm surprised he signed this early. 1) he could play Origin at some point in next few seasons particularly with Walsh getting injuries a bit and Ponga could leave the code. 2) New TV deal around the corner where money goes up too.

He has related us in the faith we gave him. That's a player we want at the club.

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