Jeral Skelton approaches deal to rejoin Canterbury Bulldogs from Tigers
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 7:59 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Jeral Skelton is in advanced negotiations to return to the Canterbury Bulldogs after departing the Wests Tigers. Skelton, who has played 28 games for the Tigers over the last two years, is a former Bulldogs player, having started his career with the club from 2023 to 2024. The Bulldogs are seeking to bolster their outside backs following the retirement of Marcelo Montoya and the departure of Jonathan Sua. Skelton, who has experience on the wing and centre positions, scored 22 tries in the NRL and represented Samoa in two Tests in 2024.
- •Jeral Skelton is set to leave the Wests Tigers at the end of 2026.
- •Skelton has 28 appearances with the Tigers in recent seasons.
- •He is negotiating a likely Top 30 deal with the Bulldogs.
- •Bulldogs lost key players and need reinforcements in the backline.
- •Skelton is a 22-time NRL try-scorer and two-Test Samoa player.
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"The outside back has impressed during limited NRL opportunities.
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