Sandon Smith's potential future is being contested by five NRL clubs, including Newcastle and Dragons.
The race for the services of Sydney Roosters playmaker Sandon Smith has reportedly reached five clubs.
While it has been widely reported that he was set to lock up a deal with the Newcastle Knights in the coming weeks, and was even set to tour the Hunter-based club this week, new reports suggest the St George Illawarra Dragons and South Sydney Rabbitohs are also showing interest.
The other two clubs involved in the chase are the Canberra Raiders and North Queensland Cowboys.
It's unclear what role he would play at the Raiders, given the performances of five-eighth Ethan Strange this year, while the North Queensland Cowboys are looking for a long-term halves partner for Tom Dearden.