The Wests Tigers can confirm that Jarome Luai has activated a clause in his contract, keeping the representative five-eighth at the Club for the 2027 NRL season.
Luai – who signed with the Wests Tigers ahead of the 2025 NRL season – has also advised of his intention to pursue an opportunity elsewhere from 2028 onwards.
The Samoan international will depart having already left an indelible mark on the Wests Tigers over the past two seasons, playing a critical role in the Club’s rise since his arrival.
The Club is looking forward to the impact Luai can have both on and off the field across the remainder of his time at Concord.
Wests Tigers Interim CEO, Shaun Mielekamp commended Luai for both his professionalism and character.
“I’ve really got to credit Jarome for how he’s handled this process, the way he’s communicated with the Club and ultimately come to this decision,” Mielekamp said.
“He’s been exceptional since his arrival – which we’ve all witnessed over the past two years – with the quality of his character shining through in a challenging set of circumstances to navigate.
“We’re pleased to have Jarome with us for 2027 and wish him and his family all the best in their eventual next chapter – he’s an important figure at our Club and will be held in high regard for many years to come.
“For the meantime, we’re all looking forward to the next 18 months and what we can collectively achieve.”
Wests Tigers NRL Head Coach, Benji Marshall said Luai would have a significant role to play over the remainder of his time with the Club.
“Jarome has been really important in the direction we’ve taken as a group over the past two seasons,” Marshall said.
“He’s still with us for the next 18 months and the role he plays in that journey continues. We’re all looking forward to having him with us during that time.
“Jarome’s a quality human being who is widely respected across our Club. I know how difficult this has been for him, but he’s put his family first and we respect his decision.
“I just want to wish Jarome and his family all the best in what’s ahead for them and thank him for the contribution he’s already made to the Wests Tigers.”
