Overview
- Gold Coast confirmed Fifita’s early release from the final year of his contract, ending a five-season, 90-game stint.
- South Sydney announced he will report for pre-season next month under Wayne Bennett after signing through 2027.
- Media reports value the contract at about $1 million per season, with the Titans reportedly contributing about $500,000 toward his 2026–27 pay.
- Gold Coast is expected to channel freed cap space into extensions for Jayden Campbell, Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and Cooper Bai, according to reports.
- Ongoing ankle issues limited Fifita to eight NRL games in 2025, and separate reports flag potential downstream moves involving Davvy Moale and Nathan Brown.