Melbourne Storm believes new signing Manaia Waitere will contribute at NRL level in 2026.
The Melbourne Storm are confident new signing Manaia Waitere will play a role at NRL level in 2026 following his off-season move from the Canberra Raiders.
The 24-year-old was released by Canberra in December to make way for the arrival of Coby Black, with Melbourne moving quickly to secure the versatile outside back.
Waitere made his NRL debut in Round 27 last year, his lone top-grade appearance, but arrives with a strong NSW Cup resume, scoring 19 tries in 54 games, including nine last season.
He has experience at fullback, centre and five-eighth, adding to his value within Melbourne's system.