Overview
- Broncos great Corey Parker told AAP he fears Walsh’s global appeal could push him to “go worldwide” in rugby union in the future.
- The 23-year-old is coming off an NRL grand-final man-of-the-match display and a two-try, 243-metre Ashes debut at Wembley.
- Former Wallaby Jeremy Paul urged Rugby Australia chief Phil Waugh to “open up that chequebook,” as Tim Bateman floated about $2 million a year to tempt Walsh.
- New Zealand league figure Graham Lowe called for a $5 million-per-year All Blacks bid, citing Walsh’s ability to attract crowds.
- Walsh is signed to the Broncos until the end of 2029 at roughly $1 million a season, with no confirmed union offers as he prepares for the second Test in Liverpool on Sunday morning AEDT.