Overview

• Multiple outlets report Nawaqanitawase has notified Sydney Roosters he intends to depart at the end of next season to rejoin rugby union.
• He is targeting a Wallabies recall for the home 2027 Rugby World Cup under rules that now allow selection of overseas‑based players.
• No union contract has been announced, with reporting pointing to lucrative options in Japan or France and public interest from the Queensland Reds.
• Representatives met Roosters officials last week to discuss his future after a breakout NRL year in which he topped the try‑scoring list with 25.
• Despite the likely code switch, he remains in contention for the Kangaroos’ Ashes tour, with ARL chair Peter V’landys saying he hopes selectors pick him.