Sydney Roosters are set to extend James Tedesco’s contract

The Sydney Roosters are set to extend the contract of their skipper, James Tedesco, until the end of 2025.

Although rumors of Tedesco’s future have been circulating for months, sources with knowledge of discussions, speaking anonymously due to the confidential nature of talks, revealed that a deal is about to be made.

Tedesco’s current deal expires at the end of 2024, but the Roosters have agreed to extend his contract, and the details of the deal are being finalized.

This deal will secure Tedesco’s future with the club for at least one more year.

There has been speculation over Tedesco’s future at the Roosters, given the emergence of Joseph Suaalii and the presence of New Zealand Test fullback Joey Manu.

However, the Roosters are reportedly saying that Suaalii has given no indication that his future in the NRL depends on his position.

Moreover, Tedesco has publicly stated that he wants to remain a Rooster for life, and this new deal is a significant step towards that goal.

Tedesco is a two-time premiership-winner at the club, turned 30 in January, and is considered one of the premier players in the competition.

He is the captain of his club, his state, and his country, leading Australia to a World Cup final triumph against Samoa at Old Trafford in Manchester last November.

Tedesco’s management first raised the prospect of an extension with the Roosters last year, and the club has been working behind the scenes to make it happen.

Meanwhile, the Roosters have received a major boost ahead of their upcoming game against arch-rivals South Sydney, as hooker Brandon Smith has been cleared of major damage and is expected to play.

In conclusion, the Roosters securing Tedesco’s future has taken the heat out of a potentially destabilizing situation.

The extension of his contract is an indication of the club’s trust in Tedesco’s ability and his importance to the team.