Chooks sign long-term deals with their forward pairing.
Naufahu Whyte and Nat Butcher won’t be leaving.
In an attempt to prevent Nat Butcher and Naufahu Whyte from going unsigned after November 1, the Sydney Roosters have secured long-term contracts for both players.
The two are expected to remain with the tri-colors for the ensuing three years, according to the Daily Telegraph.
Butcher has established a solid reputation for himself within the Roosters team with 126 games played and a Prime Minister’s XIII cap.
While Whyte’s 2023 efforts have impressed the club enough to earn him an extension and a call-up to the Kiwis team, Butcher has established himself as a mainstay in the Roosters setup.
The forward, who was born in Auckland, had nine appearances for the Chooks this season, averaging 90 running meters each game.
After signing a two-year top 30 contract, winger Junior Pauga joined Whyte as another young player whose efforts have been recognized.
After a brief stay with the Wests Tigers, the 27-year-old joined the Roosters on a train and trial deal at the beginning of 2023.
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