Luai discusses role in Leniu's signing with Parramatta Eels
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 8:27 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Jarome Luai confirmed he was aware of Spencer Leniu's move to the Parramatta Eels, expressing excitement for their reunion after their success at Penrith. Leniu has agreed to a four-year contract with the Eels after leaving the Sydney Roosters, which includes a shared opportunity to strengthen team connections during the Samoa World Cup camp. Despite being eager to assist Leniu's signing, Luai refrained from contacting management, believing it to be disrespectful. Their reunited efforts aim to turn around Parramatta's fortunes ahead of the 2027 NRL season, creating competition for playmaker positions within the squad.
- •Leniu leaves Sydney Roosters for four-year deal with Parramatta Eels.
- •Luai eager to reunite but stayed out of negotiations.
- •Samoa World Cup camp aids team connections before season starts.
- •Luai and Leniu aim for more success together at Parramatta.
- •Volkman and Luai will compete for the five-eighth position.
- 8:27 PMZero Tackle NRL — Luai reveals behind-the-scenes role in Leniu’s Eels arrival
"He also spoke on the Samoa World Cup camp giving Parramatta a head start.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NRL•Nov 9, 2026, 8:23 PMPerth Bears recruit to remain at former club in 2027
NRL•Nov 9, 2026, 8:00 PMOne wrong answer ends it all — take on Streakr
NRL•Nov 9, 2026, 3:15 PMHow Hawkins overcame illness to star for England
NRL•Nov 9, 2026, 1:35 PMHull FC sign Kerr and release forward Bell
NRL•Nov 9, 2026, 8:06 AMRugby League World Cup 2030 location confirmed, big tier change revealed
NRL•Nov 9, 2026, 7:46 AMBroncos back banned for start of 2027 after off-field incident
