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Alex Johnston and Jarome Luai Set to Join PNG Chiefs in Major Get for NRL Expansion Team
Johnston is reportedly on a one-year, tax-free $325,000 deal as the expansion club’s first signing, with Jarome Luai still the top target.
- South Sydney winger Alex Johnston has become the first player to sign with the Papua New Guinea Chiefs, committing to the NRL's 19th club ahead of their 2028 competition entry.
- Johnston, the NRL's record try-scorer with 219 career tries, will join on a one-year, tax-free $325,000 deal after receiving Souths coach Wayne Bennett's blessing earlier this year.
- The 31-year-old confirmed the move Tuesday on Instagram with "Yessssss sirrrrrrr," while teammate Sean Keppie said, "You've got to be happy for the bloke" regarding the opportunity.
- Prime Minister James Marape welcomed the signing, telling local media, "To be the first high-profile player to come and show interest in our team is something we deeply appreciate."
- Penrith playmaker Jarome Luai is expected to confirm his own move to the Chiefs on Wednesday as the expansion franchise's marquee signing on a $1.2 million-a-season deal.
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