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Christian Tuipulotu enters negotiations with St Helens after St George Illawarra departure

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 10:17 PM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Christian Tuipulotu enters negotiations with St Helens after St George Illawarra departure

Summary

Christian Tuipulotu is set to exit the St George Illawarra Dragons following the conclusion of the 2026 NRL season. The winger is one of 10 players confirmed to be departing the club. With no current offers from NRL teams, Tuipulotu has entered discussions with the St Helens Saints regarding a move to the Super League. If the deal proceeds, he would join a squad now led by head coach Kevin Walters. Tuipulotu has recorded 33 tries across 63 career NRL appearances during stints with the Sydney Roosters, Manly Sea Eagles, and the Dragons. St Helens is also reportedly nearing an agreement to sign Canterbury Bulldogs halfback Sean O'Sullivan for the 2027 season.

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•Christian Tuipulotu is one of 10 players leaving the St George Illawarra Dragons.
•Tuipulotu has recorded 33 tries in 63 NRL matches since his debut.
•The winger is currently in talks with the St Helens Saints.
•St Helens is also expected to sign halfback Sean O'Sullivan for 2027.

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