Perth is likely landing spot for prop Corey Horsburgh as Canberra pursues Brisbane's Jaiyden Hunt to strengthen their forward pack.
Perth has emerged as the likely destination for out-of-favour Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh as the Raiders eye a Brisbane forward to bolster their pack.
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart on Tuesday dropped Horsburgh for Saturday's clash against Cronulla after a "brain explosion" proved costly in Sunday's loss to Newcastle. The Bears had been in negotiations with Parramatta prop Junior Paulo about a two-year deal, but weren't prepared to meet an asking price above $900,000 a season.
They have now turned their attention to Horsburgh, with Bears coach Mal Meninga meeting the Maroons enforcer on Tuesday. The Raiders, meanwhile, are keen on Broncos forward Jaiyden Hunt. The Broncos want to keep Hunt, but Canberra's interest is an indication they don't expect to have Horsburgh on their books next year, sources not authorised to comment, said.
Brisbane were also in negotiations with Horsburgh, but are unlikely to have the salary cap space required to make a serious play.