Josh Papali'i is nearing an England deal, signaling the end of his impressive NRL career.
Raiders legend Josh Papali'i is closing in on a deal in England that will pull down the curtain on his incredible NRL career.
In what could prove to be an extraordinary dose of motivation for the second-placed Raiders premiership pursuit, one of their greatest-ever players is eyeing a switch to the UK despite receiving interest from rival NRL clubs.
The decision to pursue a contract in England is based on Papalii being unwilling to remain in the NRL and be made to play against his beloved Raiders.
The development has emerged amid reports from the UK that Papali'i is in negotiations with...