Sandon Smith is in a bidding war, with Newcastle likely winning a four-year deal.
The hottest player on the transfer market, Sandon Smith, has found himself caught in a bidding war for his services in 2026.
With the Canberra Raiders pulling out of the race for his signature earlier this week, the battle for Smith has come down to the Newcastle Knights and North Queensland Cowboys, with the former looking the likelier destination after tabling a four-year deal.
The deal, which spans over the three years, would see Smith join the Cowboys as a five-eighth, a position that is said to be his preference.
He would partner with Maroons halfback Tom Dearden, which would certainly be tempting for a young star like Smith.