League great Bryan Fletcher believes that NRL bosses would be pleased if Melbourne Storm young gun Sua Fa’alogo sought a move to a rival club. This comes following teammate Ryan Papenhuyzen’s signing of a one-year contract extension with the Storm. Papenhuyzen had declined a longer-term deal with a pay cut, choosing to stay in Melbourne instead of joining other clubs offering more money. His extension, along with other key players, boosts the Storm’s hopes for a premiership under coach Craig Bellamy.
The extension of Papenhuyzen raises questions about Fa’alogo’s future with the Storm as his playing time may be limited as long as Papenhuyzen remains the fullback. Fletcher believes Fa’alogo may seek a release if he does not get enough game time next season. Former NRL player Joel Caine sees Fa’alogo as integral to the Storm’s premiership hopes, but Fletcher thinks the NRL would be happy to see Fa’alogo leave for more playing time at another club due to his exciting style of play.
Papenhuyzen’s decision to stay in Melbourne suggests a commitment to the team’s success, despite having family in Sydney. He believes the core group in Melbourne is building something special, and he wants to win another premiership with them. Papenhuyzen’s health and getting his body right are top priorities after overcoming injuries in recent seasons. He may face a similar decision in a year when he reaches the open market unless he signs another extension with the Storm.
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