Dolphins' Connelly Lemuelu close to signing multi-year extension, despite interest from other NRL teams.
The Dolphins are ramping up their retention drive on the eve of November 1, with a star second-rower close to inking a new multi-year extension with the Redcliffe-based side.
ESPN is reporting that Connelly Lemuelu is closing in on putting pen to paper to a new multi-year deal at the club, with the length of the deal yet to be disclosed.
It is understood that the Samoan international has had interest from the Parramatta Eels, Cronulla Sharks and Canberra Raiders, but it seems that the Dolphins will beat them all in the race to secure his signature.
It would come as a major boost for the club as they are set to battle to retain as many of their off-contract stars beyond the 2027 season, as players are free to negotiate with rival clubs as of this Sunday.