Recruitment Warriors 2025/2026 Recruitment & Retention

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The forum centers on the Warriors' 2025/2026 roster planning, with significant focus on roster adjustments and player roles. Discussions highlight Erin Clark's signing #342 as a key middle-forward addition for defensive grit, though some skepticism about his ideal position persists #343. Backline restructuring dominates the dialogue, particularly Marcelo Montoya's likely departure to the Tigers for family reasons #88#232, prompting debates about shifting Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to wing despite concerns over his positional fit #13#240. Fan sentiment emphasizes securing Ali Leiataua's long-term deal #192 and explores Taine Tuaupiki's viability at fullback #50#288.
Controversy arises around Josh Curran's critical exit interview, where users #69 interpret his remarks as unprofessional while acknowledging his on-field value. Recruitment targets like Leo Thompson #108 and development signings such as Sam Healey #202 suggest strategic futureproofing. Forward pack balance remains contentious, with members debating Tohu Harris's reduced role #427, Jackson Ford's utility value #404, and dissatisfaction with Marata Niukore's output relative to salary #86#378. The analysis concludes that cap management and injecting pace into the outside backs are critical priorities moving forward.

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Recruitment Strategy, Player Contracts, Backline Restructuring

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Warriors 2025/2026 Recruitment & Retention Discussion
C = Club option, M = Mutual option, P = Player option, S = Supplementary contract, T = Train & Trial contract

Top 30 2025: 30/30
Supplementary 2025: 6/6

Top 30 2026: 26/30
Supplementary 2026: 1/6

2026 Gains: Morgan Gannon (Leeds Rhinos)
2026 Losses: Edward Kosi (South Sydney Rabbitohs)

Off Contract: Bunty Afoa, Tom Ale, Morgan Harper, Te Maire Martin
Can negotiate with other clubs from Nov 1, 2025 (Entering final year) 🐻: Rocco Berry, Tanah Boyd, Kurt Capewell, Chanel Harris-Tavita, Freddy Lussick, Luke Metcalf, Marata Niukore, Taine Tuaupiki, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck



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My off contract wishlist
Ben Hunt (dreamin')
Nikora
Mulitalo
Savage
Trindall
Hazelton
Willison
Leo Thompson
Kai Pearce-Paul
Jonah Pezet

Any 2 of those I'd be pretty stoked with fo be honest

Nikora, Ronaldo, Leo and Willison I'd say likely for 2026
To replace Capewah, DWZ, Tohu & Walker
Much younger side
Too bad still no halfbacks around lol
They should really go after the Sharks Cup kiwi halfback, no contract at the moment no?
First drop 7 and opportunity to be the long term half or create FG offers at other clubs in 2 years
Surely even paying overs won't cost an extra 100-200K, to fill out our most vulnerable position
Really don't like investing in CHT as a half long term, he's proven to lose his kick distances/accuracy after a few weeks of football (injuries or fatigue)
 
Nikora, Ronaldo, Leo and Willison I'd say likely for 2026
To replace Capewah, DWZ, Tohu & Walker
Much younger side
Too bad still no halfbacks around lol
They should really go after the Sharks Cup kiwi halfback, no contract at the moment no?
First drop 7 and opportunity to be the long term half or create FG offers at other clubs in 2 years
Surely even paying overs won't cost an extra 100-200K, to fill out our most vulnerable position
Really don't like investing in CHT as a half long term, he's proven to lose his kick distances/accuracy after a few weeks of football (injuries or fatigue)
This would be amazing, makes a lot of sense and we could afford great offers for all of those in question.
The half back solution makes sense too. Great post.
 
Nikora, Ronaldo, Leo and Willison I'd say likely for 2026
To replace Capewah, DWZ, Tohu & Walker
Much younger side
Too bad still no halfbacks around lol
They should really go after the Sharks Cup kiwi halfback, no contract at the moment no?
First drop 7 and opportunity to be the long term half or create FG offers at other clubs in 2 years
Surely even paying overs won't cost an extra 100-200K, to fill out our most vulnerable position
Really don't like investing in CHT as a half long term, he's proven to lose his kick distances/accuracy after a few weeks of football (injuries or fatigue)
Get it done CWC
 
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