David Fifita confirms Titans exit, reportedly signs new deal

The Sydney Morning Herald reports that despite his desire to join Trent Robinson’s team, he has decided to quit the Titans, with the Roosters and Panthers vying for his services.

With the agreement estimated to be worth roughly $3.3 million over the next four years, Fifita has wasted little time in rejecting the three-time premiers to move to Bondi.

It is believed that Ivan and Nathan Cleary attempted, but were unable, to close the club’s contract with Fifita during the previous day.

Fifita also turned down attention from the St George Illawarra Dragons, despite being one of the best second-rowers in the league at his best.

On Thursday afternoon, Fifita made the decision not to exercise his player option with the Gold Coast Titans, the team announced.

The Panthers have offered journalist Michael Chammas a three-year contract at about $850,000 each season, while the Roosters have offered him a four-year contract worth about $800,000. Chammas made this revelation on the Footy Talk – Rugby League Podcast.

It is believed that Fifita had until Thursday night at 20:00 AEST to decide whether to sign an option with the Gold Coast Titans that would have allowed him to play for two more seasons.

Following his meetings with Ivan Cleary and Trent Robinson this past week, rumors have it that the second-rower expressed his desire to win a premiership to those close to him.