Canberra Raiders NRL News

Hudson Young sought a move to the Knights despite claiming interest only in the Raiders or Chiefs, demanding $1.1 million annually plus contract adjustments.

The Canberra Times

Just before the spotlight was shining on Hudson Young's Papua New Guinea trip and his $3.6 million Chiefs offer, his camp was trying to move to another NRL club.

The Canberra Times can reveal the Newcastle Knights were sounded out about the possibility of Young returning to his home town.

That's despite Young saying in September he would only consider playing for the Canberra Raiders or the Chiefs.

And the terms Young wanted?

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Hudson Young's potential move to PNG Chiefs for $900,000 raises questions about his market value after the Raiders withdrew their $4.4 million offer.

The Canberra Times

As soon as the Canberra Raiders pulled their mega offer, the door opened for Hudson Young to join the PNG Chiefs for just $900,000 a season.

Or did it?

What exactly does the withdrawal of the Raiders' $4.4 million, four-year deal - with an option for a fifth season - mean for Young's market value?

The simple answer is it's unclear - and complicated.

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