bruce
Contributor
A bit like choosing Invercargill over the Gold Coast.
Five&Last
Konrad, Borden Thompson and King V in Leeds would’ve put in a good word
Juju
Orifice
David Fusitu'a leaving Warriors to join Leeds in Super League
The longest serving member of the Warriors squad has been given an early release from his contract to join the English giants next season.
i.stuff.co.nz
playdaball
Heritage Member
Ha ha , Leeds is a lovely City as is Yorkshire. In saying that , Perpignan and the South of France is a special place too.
I Can only assume that he was offered more at Leeds, he wanted to live in a place that spoke English ( can be hard to understand) and be surrounded by a culture that is closer to NZ?
playdaball
Heritage Member
Maybe that why he went to Leeds as may not have seen much ball with Konnie feeding him?
Wellington Warrior
Looks like he chose Invercargill!!A bit like choosing Invercargill over the Gold Coast.
Five&Last
Doubt he plays wing on that coin. He probably gets an opportunity to play fullback or something.
Honestly, he's far too good for Super League. But thats such a Fusitua move to go play in a league where he's still probably one of the best players while in second gear. He just wants to coast the rest of career.
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This is the best for both club and player. Very happy this move looks to be a reality soon.
Another tick for the club moving forward.
Another tick for the club moving forward.
1995Warriorsfan
Player Agent
Contributor
Now confirmed.
Vodafone Warriors winger David Fusitua has been granted an immediate release from his contract and will continue his career in the English Super League.
“David has an opportunity to secure his future in the United Kingdom and wants the chance to make a fresh start,” said Vodafone Warriors recruitment manager Peter O’Sullivan.
“He has had a difficult time in 2020 and 2021 but, at his best, he is one of the leading outside backs in the game. Going to the Super League gives him the chance to rediscover his form.
“As our longest-serving Vodafone Warriors player he has made a huge contribution to the club. We thank him for his service and wish David and his family all the best for the future
Vodafone Warriors winger David Fusitua has been granted an immediate release from his contract and will continue his career in the English Super League.
“David has an opportunity to secure his future in the United Kingdom and wants the chance to make a fresh start,” said Vodafone Warriors recruitment manager Peter O’Sullivan.
“He has had a difficult time in 2020 and 2021 but, at his best, he is one of the leading outside backs in the game. Going to the Super League gives him the chance to rediscover his form.
“As our longest-serving Vodafone Warriors player he has made a huge contribution to the club. We thank him for his service and wish David and his family all the best for the future
bruce
Contributor
I am sad.
The guy was one of the best on his day, which more often than not was for MMT, and he is actually a 3rd generation Kiwi.
A bit strange, but life goes on.
gREVUS
Long live the Rainbows and Butterflies
Contributor
where did u c how much he is getting paid? i read the stuff article and they dont say
Official!! I’m so stoked. He was awesome, and a great finisher, but he had issues mentally (not talking about mental health), but his ability to get mongrel, stick in the grind & get physical. I don’t think big money should be spent on outsides, Melbourne has proved this.
AlexM
Now let's hear some of those juicy juicy rumours
Five&Last
He was on $500k odd and even if Leeds are paying like 60% of that (wild guess) then that’s a lot for a winger in super league with smaller salary caps. Which is why they probably looking at him as a fullback or to replace Hurrell at centre
gpred
Contributor
Wish David all the best. He was a good Warrior for a couple of years but never really delivered on his potential. I think he will be better suited to the UK.
Let's be honest if he stayed he was holding us back, so this is best for us and him I think.
Let's be honest if he stayed he was holding us back, so this is best for us and him I think.
matiunz
This year yet?
Contributor
Not too sad really, it kinda felt like he clicked out a couple of years ago so it’s kinda like we lost him 2 years ago- at least now we can actually use his salary on a player- and stop the bullshit about thinking he’s a star center in waiting
gREVUS
Long live the Rainbows and Butterflies
Contributor
its amazing how many players have 1 amazing year and then disappear into mediocrity. I am disappointed that he never developed further for us but agree that this is defn best for the warriors.
Viking
Newshub saying that he wanted to go to ESL to eventually transition to rugby.
ryno
A strategy that we used to use in NHL fantasy was to prioritize and draft players that were in their final contract year, because they used to pull finger and go nuts. Once they got their next contract they would then tail off again.
