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 campaign.He took advantage of his QLD Cup form and played a few games for the Broncos when Reece Walsh was sidelined when he was given the chance to play at the first-grade level.
He gave a fantastic performance in the club’s Round 13 match, and he even outperformed himself in the year’s final regular season matchup against the Melbourne Storm.
Sailor’s contract saga is almost over, as Yorkshire Live reports that he is set to sign with the Leigh Leopards. This comes after numerous publications, 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 place 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 confirmed 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 been really impressive; he is a real football player who has worked hard and is now reaping the rewards.”
