The New Zealand Warriors are reportedly set to apply strict conditions as to which club star prop Addin Fonua-Blake will join in 2025 following his bombshell contract release request.
The Tongan international sought an immediate release from his deal but a subsequent meeting with the Warriors convinced him to see out the 2024 season.
The release was requested on compassionate grounds. With Fonua-Blake’s parents said to be in poor health, he wishes to return to Sydney to be closer to them.
According to the Daily Telegraph, the Warriors will release the 28-year-old only to a Sydney club that has the salary cap space available to sign him - narrowing the potential destinations significantly.
Fonua-Blake’s current deal is reportedly worth nearly $1 million per season and runs until the end of 2026.