Rabbitohs close to re-signing Fifita and Smith
David Fifita is tipped to sign a three-year extension and Brandon Smith a one-year deal with South Sydney.
South Sydney has locked down second rower Tallis Duncan. The club is now close to signing two more key players.
David Fifita is expected to accept a three-year extension. Brandon Smith is set to agree to a one-year renewal.
Cody Walker is also extending on a revised offer. The new deal is around $400,000 after the club was accused of offering too little earlier.
Centre Latrell Mitchell remains unsigned but Souths is confident a deal will be sorted before 2027.
- Three years
- Fifita contract length
- One year
- Smith contract length
- $400,000
- Walker revised deal
- Brent Read
- Reporter
Why it mattersLocking in Fifita and Smith before they can test the market means South Sydney keeps its roster together and avoids losing depth to rival clubs.
AustraliaSouth Sydney supporters will likely keep their core stars for 2027, shaping how the Rabbitohs challenge for the premiership next season.
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