Bronco close to signing with another club
After being considered by a number of teams, Brisbane Broncos back Tristan Sailor is very close to signing with Leigh Leopards of the Super League.
The 25-year-old, who had a protracted absence from the game towards the end of his tenure at the Dragons due to off-field issues, is still bound to Red Hill for the upcoming year.
He took advantage of his QLD Cup form when given the chance to play at the first-grade level and appeared in a few games for the Broncos when Reece Walsh was sidelined.
He delivered a fantastic performance in the club’s Round 13 match, and he even outperformed himself in the year’s last regular season matchup against the Melbourne Storm.
Sailor’s contract saga is almost over, as Yorkshire Live reports that he is about to sign with the Leigh Leopards. This comes after numerous websites, including Rugby League Live, disclosed that he had been approached by multiple Super League clubs and was on their radar.
It is acknowledged that conversations have been taking on behind closed doors.
He will be coached by Adrian Lam at the Leopards, where he will be reunited with former Sydney Roosters playmaker Lachlan Lam and overseas quota players Tom Amone, John Asiata, Edwin Ipape, Ricky Leutele, Matt Moylan, Ben Nakubuwai, and Kai O’Donnell. The move is expected to be announced soon.
Following Sailor’s July contract extension signing, Broncos coach Kevin Walters called him a “real footballer.”
Since joining us at the beginning of the preseason, Tristan has shown a lot of promise. He is a true football player who has put in a lot of effort and is now benefiting from it, according to Walters.
“He has been playing some amazing football in the Cup, and he has also stepped up when we needed him in first grade, performing admirably for his team.”
“It’s just a really good news story; he brings a lot to the group off the field, and I’m sure his dad (Wendell) and his entire family will be filled with pride that he is carrying on their legacy here at the Broncos.”
