The Warriors have confirmed that Luke Metcalf is free to negotiate with other NRL clubs from 2027, marking the end of weeks of speculation over his future after a poor performance season and declining role in the team.
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NRL: NZ Warriors star Luke Metcalf signs with St George-Illawarra Dragons, but still has role to playmanagement's permission to seek new clubs from 2027
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