As the title suggests, Jake Averillo & Josh Kerr are both rumoured to be free to negotiate with rivals clubs. I believe both players would fit well within Ryles' plan.
Jake Averillo:
There was some mail earlier this week that Ryles had met with Jake Averillo, who is currently in Sydney due to the Dolphins having a bye. While I haven't been able to yet confirm this mail, it seems fairly reliable. I think Averillo would be a very welcome addition, he has shown a strong ability to play five-eight at the NRL level, while also putting in strong performances at fullback, centre, and wing.
I am unsure whether Ryles would view him as a 6, but I think he'd complement Moses very nice. His defence may still need work, but his running game and speed are outstanding. That said, he has also been effective at centre, and fullback in his earlier performance this year against the Bulldogs. I believe he'd be relatively cheap, ultimately as I cannot see many suitors. He apparently has a desire to return to Sydney, and I do not think there are many Sydney teams who require a five-eight or centre; perhaps Sharks (depending on if Nicho moves to FB), Rabbitohs (Cody replacement) or, potentially Dragons as a centre. Jake is also only 24, which is mind-blowing considering how long he has been a regular in first-grade
Josh Kerr:
Josh Kerr may be a controversial option, but I am a big fan of him as a player. He was reportedly offered to the Broncos this week, and with the emergence of some forwards at the Dolphins (Donoghue, Keeley, etc) he looks like he will make way. Josh serves the role as a bench-impact player very well. He often plays about 15 minutes either side of half time and offers a game-breaking ability due to his offloading and tackle breaking ability, all while being solid in defence. He can play a very similar role to NAS, but will be almost a quarter of the price.
Eels fans, would you be happy with Jake Averillo and/or Josh Kerr coming to the Blue and Gold in 2026?
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Just read that Doueihi signed with Isaac Moses and is off contract for 2026. is he worth a consideration for 1-2 years? Had a few injuries... but for the right price, he covers a lot of positions if needed
Yes, I have seen that he was unable to secure a contract, so has teamed up with Isaac Moses in hopes of doing so.
I like Doueihi as a player, especially at 6. I think he would work well with Moses, and is pretty solid in defence and general attack. However, in terms of pace he would defintely be well below standard. In terms centre, I don't think it suits him well. I think Five-Eight/Utility are perfect for him, or even Lock as I understand he played Lock in junior grades.
He would come cheap and brings load of NRL experience. He hasn't been able to secure a contract, so I cannot imagine there is much demand, and I highly doubt he would be wanting to move to England this early in his career.
I can see him working well with MM and our side and needs too. Can't imagine he'd be too pricey either.
read he has signing with I.Moses bringing in the heavies now, previously was self managed.
I'd assume Doeuihi will more then likely link up with the eels floating between 5/8 and centre would be a great pick up.
im all for acknowledging Doueihi's positives, but he also has had to recover from 3 ACLS injuries.
Well he has recovered, staying that way is the problem. Doeuihi is a very good footballer and well up there with the comparative purchases the dogs made and we were critical of at the time. I think he at this stage and in the absence of Sanden Smith he is the best practical replacement for DB. He also provides time for our young 5/8's coming through.
He seems to have solidified afer his last injury but the risk is there and I would prefer to have a player like him in such a situation. Don't forget we got magnificent service from Gutherson with 3 ACLs.
Doueihi would be a great buy i cant work it out why hasn't no one sign him up yet or resign
He good goal kicker to
We have more goal kickers than the "haters" have arseholes!
A big yes to Jake Averillo. He's a gun, has loads of speed, and can play multiple positions for cover. As long as he comes at a reasonable price, he can battle it out with Simmo for that left center spot.
Josh Kerr always looked like a bit of a plodder in the middle to me. I think he's a pass.
Gun 😂😂😂
Slightly over the top rating there mate.
He is fast and can be elusive - thats where it starts and ends hence why the Dolphins are happy to part ways.
Now if you said Herbie - I'm all in and with you 1000%.
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