Wests Tigers are expected to overlook Lachlan Galvin for Saturday’s clash with North Queensland despite the unavailability of his long-term replacement, Latu Fainu, for another week.
Galvin appears to have played his last game for the Tigers after informing Canterbury he is keen to switch to Belmore immediately. Given he still remains contracted to the Tigers – and the Bulldogs have the bye – Galvin remains available for selection in coach Benji Marshall’s team.
Tigers rising star Lachlan Galvin.Credit: Getty Images
However, Jarome Luai’s halves partner for the Cowboys clash is poised to come down to a choice between Adam Douehi and Apisai Koroisau.
If Koroisau gets the nod, Tallyn Da Silva will move from the bench and start the game at dummy half.
The Tigers are prepared to let Galvin go in the belief Fainu will make the No.6 jersey his own. However, the teen playmaker remains sidelined with a hand injury, although he is expected to return next week.
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As they prepare to part with Galvin, the Tigers are also in danger of losing Da Silva when his contract expires at the end of 2026. The teenage hooker is also considered one of the best young spine players in the game, but the club has been told he won’t re-sign if Koroisau’s contract is extended.
The Tigers want to keep them both, but are likely to prioritise Koroisau.
Meanwhile, Manly have been dealt a triple blow for Saturday’s clash at homw against the Broncos, including Tom Trbojevic.
The Sea Eagles took to social media to confirm Trbojevic had aggravated a cork thigh he has been carrying during Friday’s loss to Parramatta. His older brother Jake will be given another week’s rest to overcome a second concussion in a month, while prop Siua Taukeiaho misses a week because of a calf strain.
The Broncos have named Reece Walsh to return, despite needing treatment on Monday to the same knee that has kept him out of the game since round seven.
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