St Helens and Manly pursue Tom Starling's services in NRL

Tom Starling, the Canberra Raiders hooker, is drawing interest from multiple clubs ahead of the 2027 NRL season. Initially linked to the Manly Sea Eagles, Starling's potential move has encountered complications due to salary cap constraints. St Helens has also emerged as a contender, reportedly prioritizing Starling as part of a roster overhaul under incoming head coach Kevin Walters. Starling's reduced role on the Raiders this season, averaging about 30 minutes per game, has led to discussions about his future, even though he remains contracted until the end of the 2027 season. He reportedly has an informal agreement that would allow him to negotiate with rival clubs next season.

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