Preparations are well and truly underway for the 2024 NRL season, with every club in the midst of their recruitment and retention drives for the next two years.
Penrith and Brisbane will both pay the price for their success, losing some key stars from their grand final lineups, while the likes of the Roosters and Bulldogs have added some important names.
At this stage, every club has spots left in their roster for the upcoming campaign, with the likes of the Cowboys and Dragons still a long way from locking in their top 30 squads.
The Sporting News has every club's full squad and news below.
BRISBANE BRONCOS
Spots Available: 6
- Adam Reynolds
- Billy Walters
- Blake Mozer
- Brendan Piakura
- Corey Jensen
- Corey Oates
- Cory Paix
- Deine Mariner
- Delouise Hoeter
- Ezra Mam
- Fletcher Baker*
- Jesse Arthars
- Jock Madden
- Jordan Riki
- Kobe Hetherington
- Kotoni Staggs
- Kurt Capewell
- Martin Taupau
- Patrick Carrigan
- Payne Haas
- Reece Walsh
- Selwyn Cobbo
- Tristan Sailor
- Xavier Willison
Development Squad: N/A
Broncos squad and contract news: Fletcher Baker will join the club from the Roosters on a two-year deal, while both Tom Flegler and Herbie Farnworth will head to the Dolphins. Tristan Sailor has been upgraded to the top squad, while back-rower Keenan Palasia has signed with the Titans on a multi-year contract. Ezra Mam and Adam Reynolds headline a list of Brisbane players who will come off-contract at the end of 2024.
CANBERRA RAIDERS
Spots Available: 3
- Adrian Trevilyan
- Albert Hopoate
- Ata Mariota
- Chevy Stewart
- Corey Horsburgh
- Corey Harawira-Naera
- Danny Levi
- Elliott Whitehead
- Emre Guler
- Harley Smith-Shields
- Hudson Young
- Jamal Fogarty
- James Schiller
- Jordan Rapana
- Joseph Tapine
- Josh Papalii
- Kaeo Weekes*
- Matt Timoko
- Nick Cotric
- Pasami Saulo
- Peter Hola
- Seb Kris
- Simi Sasagi*
- Tom Starling
- Trey Mooney
- Xavier Savage
- Zac Woolford
Development Squad: Brad Morkos, Ethan Strange, Michael Asomua
Raiders squad and contract news: Jarrod Croker has retired from the NRL after a lengthy career, while five-eighth Jack Wighton has moved to South Sydney on a bumper four-year deal. Chevy Stewart has been upgraded to the top 30 roster, while young gun Simi Sasagi has signed from the Knights for this year and Kaeo Weekes has joined from Manly.
CANTERBURY BULLDOGS
Spots Available: 7
- Blake Taaffe*
- Blake Wilson
- Bronson Xerri*
- Chris Patolo
- Ethan Quai-Ward
- Hayze Perham
- Jackson Topine
- Jacob Kiraz
- Jacob Preston
- Jaeman Salmon*
- Jeral Skelton
- Josh Addo-Carr
- Karl Oloapu
- Liam Knight
- Matt Burton
- Max King
- Raymond Faitala-Mariner
- Reece Hoffman
- Reed Mahoney
- Ryan Sutton
- Stephen Crichton
- Toby Sexton
- Viliame Kikau
Development Squad: Isaac Matalavea-Booth, Iverson Matai, Jordan Samrani
Bulldogs contract news: Canterbury have added a host of stars for next season, with the likes of Stephen Crichton, Bronson Xerri and Blake Taaffe adding depth and quality to the backline. Tevita Pangai Junior has retired from rugby league, while the likes of Jake Averillo, Luke Thomspon and Kyle Flanagan have moved on from the club. Young gun Blake Wilson has inked a two-year extension and will move into the first grade squad.
CRONULLA SHARKS
Spots Available: 3
- Blayke Brailey
- Braden Hamlin-Uele
- Braydon Trindall
- Briton Nikora
- Cameron McInnes
- Connor Tracey
- Dale Finucane
- Jack Williams
- Jayden Berrell
- Jesse Colquhuon
- Jesse Ramien
- Kade Dykes
- Matt Moylan
- Mawene Hiroti
- Nicho Hynes
- Oregon Kaufusi
- Ronaldo Mulitalo
- Royce Hunt
- Sam Stonestreet
- Sione Katoa
- Siosifa Talakai
- Siteni Taukamo
- Teig Wilton
- Tom Hazelton
- Toby Rudolf
- Tuku Hau Tapuha
- Will Kennedy
Development Squad: Daniel Atkinson, Kayal Iro, Max Bradbury, Niwhai Puru
Sharks squad and contract news: There has been very little changeover in the Cronulla roster for next season, with captain Wade Graham announcing his retirement in the only loss at this stage.
DOLPHINS
Spots Available: 2
- Anthony Milford
- Connelly Lemuelu
- Edrick Lee
- Euan Aitken
- Felise Kaufusi
- Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
- Isaiya Katoa
- Jake Averillo*
- Josh Kerr
- Herbie Farnworth*
- Jack Bostock
- Jamayne Isaako
- Jarrod Wallace
- Jeremy Marshall-King
- Jesse Bromwich
- Kenny Bromwich
- Kodi Nikorima
- Mark Nicholls
- Mason Teague
- Max Plath
- Oryn Keeley*
- Ray Stone
- Robert Jennings
- Sean O'Sullivan
- Tesi Niu
- Tom Flegler*
- Tom Gilbert
- Valynce Te Whare
Development Squad: Harrison Graham, Jeremiah Simbiken, Michael Waqa
Dolphins squad and contract news: Three massive signings for the Dolphins heading into next year, with star centres Jake Averillo and Herbie Farnworth joining representative front-rower Tom Flegler as the club's recruits. Brenko Lee and Herman Ese'ese have both left Redcliffe after one season.
GOLD COAST TITANS
Spots Available: 1
- Aaron Schoupp
- AJ Brimson
- Alofiana Khan-Pereira
- Beau Fermor
- Brian Kelly
- Chris Randall
- David Fifita
- Erin Clark
- Isaac Liu
- Iszac Fa'asuamaleaui
- Jacob Alick
- Jaimin Jolliffe
- Jayden Campbell
- Joe Stimson
- Jojo Fifita
- Josiah Pahulu
- Keano Kini
- Keenan Palasia*
- Ken Maumalo
- Kieran Foran
- Klese Haas
- Moeaki Fotuaika
- Phillip Sami
- Ryan Foran
- Sam Verrills
- Tanah Boyd
- Tom Weaver
- Tino Fa'asuamaleaui
- Treymain Spry
Development Squad: Seth Nikotemo
Titans squad and contract news: Keenan Palasia will join the club on a two-year deal in the only addition to the Gold Coast roster for next season. The side will welcome new coach Des Hasler into the fold, while the likes of Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and David Fifita have signed long-term extensions in a major boost. Jacob Alick has signed a one-year extension with the club after making his first-grade debut in 2023, while Iszac Fa’asuamaleaui, Ryan Foran and Josiah Pahulu have been elevated into the top 30 squad.
MANLY SEA EAGLES
Spots Available: 3
- Aitasi James*
- Ben Trbojevic
- Ben Condon
- Brad Parker
- Christian Tuipolotu
- Corey Waddell*
- Daly Cherry-Evan
- Ethan Bullemor
- Haumole Olakau'atu
- Jake Arthur
- Jake Trbojevic
- Jason Saab
- Jaxson Paulo*
- Josh Aloiai
- Josh Schuster
- Karl Lawton
- Lachlan Croker
- Luke Brooks*
- Raymond Vaega
- Reuben Garrick
- Sean Keppie
- Taniela Paseka
- Tom Trbojevic
- Tommy Talau*
- Toafofoa Sipley
- Tolu Koula
- Zac Fulton
Development Squad: Fletcher Myers
Sea Eagles squad and contract news: Manly have added some quality players to their roster, with experienced playmaker Luke Brooks set to partner Daly Cherry-Evans in the halves. Tommy Talau and Jaxson Paulo will add depth to the outside backs, while Corey Waddell has joined from the Dogs. The Fainu brothers, Kelma Tuilagi and Morgan Harper moving on to greener pastures.
MELBOURNE STORM
Spots Available: 6
- Aaron Pene
- Alec MacDonald
- Bronson Garlick
- Cameron Munster
- Christian Welch
- Eli Katoa
- Harry Grant
- Jack Howarth
- Jahrome Hughes
- Joe Chan
- Jonah Pezet
- Josh King
- Justin Olam
- Marion Seve
- Nelson Asofa-Solomona
- Nick Meaney
- Reimis Smith
- Ryan Papenhuyzen
- Trent Loiero
- Tui Kamikamica
- Tyran Wishart
- Will Warbrick
- Xavier Coates
- Sua Fa'alogo
Development Squad: Chris Lewis, Lazarus Vaalepu, Tristan Powell
Storm squad and contract news: Young gun Sua Fa'alogo has been promoted to the Storm's Top 30 for 2024. Elsewhere, there is a lack of change to the Melbourne roster for the upcoming campaign, with the likes of Tariq Sims and Tom Eisenhuth moving on.
NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS
Spots Available: 8
- Adam Elliott
- Bradman Best
- Dane Gagai
- Daniel Saifiti
- Dylan Lucas
- Enari Tuala
- Greg Marzhew
- Jack Hetherington
- Jacob Saifiti
- Jack Cogger*
- Jackson Hastings
- Jayden Brailey
- Jed Cartwright*
- Kai Pearce-Paul*
- Kalyn Ponga
- Krystian Mapapalangi
- Leo Thompson
- Mat Croker
- Phoenix Crossland
- Tyson Gamble
- Tyson Frizell
- Will Pryce*
Development Squad: Miles Martin
Knights squad and contract news: Plenty of changes to the Newcastle top 30 this season, with star winger Dom Young moving on, while English stars Will Pryce and Kai Pearce-Paul will join the club. Jed Cartwright and Jack Cogger will also add depth in different roles, while Lachlan Fitzgibbon ends a lengthy tenure in the Hunter and has moved to the Super League along with Fa'amanu Brown.
NEW ZEALAND WARRIORS
Spots Available: 3
- Ali Leiataua
- Adam Pompey
- Addin Fonua-Blake
- Bunty Afoa
- Chanel Harris-Tavita*
- Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad
- Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
- Demitric Sifakula
- Dylan Walker
- Edward Kosi
- Freddy Lussick
- Jackson Ford
- Jazz Tevaga
- Josh Curran
- Luke Metcalf
- Marata Niukore
- Marcelo Montoya
- Mitch Barnett
- Rocco Berry
- Roger Tuivasa-Sheck*
- Ronald Volkman
- Shaun Johnson
- Te Maire Martin
- Tohu Harris
- Tom Ale
- Valingi Kepu
- Wayde Egan
Development Squad: Jacob Laban, Zyon Maiu'u
Warriors squad and contract news: After a surprisingly impressive 2023 campaign, the club will welcome back favourite sons Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Chanel Harris-Tavita, adding immediate class and experience to the roster. Andrew Webster hasn't made too many other changes to his squad, with depth players Viliami Vailea and Bayley Sironen the only two confirmed departures.
NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS
Spots Available: 8
- Chad Townsend
- Coen Hess
- Griffin Neame
- Heilum Luki
- Jeremiah Nanai
- Jack Gosiewski
- Jake Clifford
- Jake Granville
- Jamayne Taunoa-Brown
- Jason Taumalolo
- Kyle Feldt
- Luciano Leilua
- Murray Taulagi
- Reece Robson
- Reuben Cotter
- Sam McIntyre
- Scott Drinkwater
- Semi Valemei
- Tom Dearden
- Tom Chester
- Valentine Holmes
- Viliami Vailea*
Development Squad: Jai Hansen, Jodeci Baker-Tiraha, Kulikefu Finefeuiaki
Cowboys squad and contract news: James Tamou and Peta Hiku have both departed the NRL, while a number of other North Queensland's depth players were let go. Jake Clifford will return to his former club on a one-year deal, adding depth to the club's halves. At this stage, Viliami Vailea is the only other addition to the top 30 roster in Townsville for next season and will likely slot into the vacant centre role, while a number of players remain unsigned.
PARRAMATTA EELS
Spots Available: 5
- Bailey Simonsson
- Brendan Hands
- Bryce Cartwright
- Clint Gutherson
- Daejarn Asi
- Dylan Brown
- Haze Dunster
- Jirah Momoisea
- J'maine Hopgood
- Joey Lussick
- Joe Ofahengaue
- Kelma Tuilagi*
- Junior Paulo
- Ky Rodwell
- Maika Sivo
- Makahesi Makatoa
- Matt Doorey
- Mitchell Moses
- Morgan Harper
- Reagan Campbell-Gillard
- Ryan Matterson
- Sean Russell
- Shaun Lane
- Will Penisini
- Wiremu Greig
Development Squad: Blaize Talagi, Jabriel Kalache, Toni Mataele, Zac Cini
Eels squad and contract news: Two signings for Parramatta so far, with back-rower Kelma Tuilagi and Morgan Harper both joining from the Sea Eagles on two-year deals. Josh Hodgson has officially announced his retirement after a storied career in the top grade, with Andrew Davey also forced into early retirement due to concussions.
PENRITH PANTHERS
Spots Available: 5
- Brad Schneider*
- Brian To'o
- Daine Laurie*
- Dylan Edwards
- Isaah Yeo
- Izack Tago
- Jack Cole
- James Fisher-Harris
- Jarome Luai
- Jesse McLean
- Liam Martin
- Lindsay Smith
- Luke Garner
- Matt Eisenhuth
- Mitch Kenny
- Mavrik Geyer
- Moses Leota
- Nathan Cleary
- Paul Alamoti*
- Scott Sorensen
- Soni Luke
- Sunia Turuva
- Taylan May
- Tyrone Peachey
- Zac Hosking
Development Squad: Ativalu Lisati, Liam Henry
Panthers squad and contract news: Mixed news on the recruitment and retention front for the reigning champs. Stephen Crichton and Spencer Leniu will both leave the club for big-money deals at rival clubs, while the likes of Jack Cogger and Jaeman Salmon have also departed. However, the additions of Paul Alamoti, Daine Laurie and Brad Schneier sure up some important areas for the powerhouse club.
ST GEORGE ILLAWARRA DRAGONS
Spots Available: 8
- Ben Hunt
- Ben Murdoch-Masila
- Blake Lawrie
- Cody Ramsey
- Francis Molo
- Hame Sele*
- Jack de Belin
- Jack Bird
- Jacob Liddle
- Jaydn Su'A
- Kyle Flanagan*
- Mat Feagai
- Max Feagai
- Michael Molo
- Mikaele Ravalawa
- Moses Suli
- Paul Turner
- Sione Finau
- Talatau Amone
- Tyrell Sloan
- Viliami Fifita
- Zac Lomax
Development Squad: Alec Tuitavake, Jackson Shereb, Josh Coric, Hamish Stewart, Dylan Egan
Dragons squad and contract news: Incoming head coach Shane Flanagan has added two players to the Red V roster at this stage, with his son Kyle and front-rower Hame Sele joining the ranks. However, the club have parted ways with young playmaker Jayden Sullivan, while prop Zane Musgrove has also been released.
SOUTH SYDNEY RABBITOHS
Spots Available: 5
- Alex Johnston
- Ben Lovett
- Cameron Murray
- Campbell Graham
- Cody Walker
- Damien Cook
- Daniel Suluka-Fifita
- Davvy Moale
- Dean Hawkins
- Izaac Thompson
- Jack Wighton*
- Jacob Host
- Jai Arrow
- Josiah Karapani
- Keaon Koloamatangi
- Lachlan Ilias
- Latrell Mitchell
- Leon Te Hau
- Michael Chee Kam
- Peter Mamouzelos
- Shaq Mitchell
- Siliva Havili
- Taane Milne
- Tevita Tatola
- Tom Burgess
Development Squad: Tallis Duncan, Tyrone Munro
Rabbitohs squad and contract news: The name on everyone's lips heading into 2024 is Jack Wighton, who has left the Raiders behind for a long-term contact at Redfern. The club have managed to keep the remainder of their roster largely in-tact, with Hame Sele and Blake Taaffe the only notable departures at this stage.
SYDNEY ROOSTERS
Spots Available: 10
- Angus Crichton
- Brandon Smith
- Daniel Tupou
- Dom Young*
- Egan Butcher
- James Tedesco
- Jared Waerea-Hargreaves
- Joseph Manu
- Joseph Suaalii
- Lindsay Collins
- Luke Keary
- Naufahu Whyte
- Nat Butcher
- Robert Toia
- Sam Walker
- Sitili Tupouniua
- Siua Wong
- Spencer Leniu
- Terrell May
- Victor Radley
Development Squad: Sandon Smith
Roosters squad and contract news: Two major additions to the roster at Bondi, with prop Spencer Leniu and towering winger Dom Young both joining on long-term agreements. The club have lost some depth, with the likes of Jaxson Paulo, Paul Momirovski and Fletcher Baker all moving on, while a number of players remain unsigned.
WESTS TIGERS
Spots Available: 1
- Adam Doueihi
- Aidan Sezer*
- Alex Twal
- Api Koroisau
- Asu Kepaoa
- Brandon Tumeth
- Brandon Mansfield-Webster
- Brent Naden
- David Klemmer
- David Nofoaluma
- Fonua Pole
- Isaiah Papali'i
- Jahream Bula
- Jake Simpkin
- Jayden Sullivan*
- John Bateman
- Jordan Miller
- Josh Feledy
- Junior Tupou
- Justin Matamua
- Lachlan Galvin
- Latu Fainu*
- Samuela Fainu*
- Shawn Blore
- Sione Fainu
- Starford To'a
- Stefano Utoikamanu
- Tallyn Da Silva
- Triston Reilly
Development Squad: Kit Laulilii, Chris Faagutu, Solomone Saukuru, Tony Sukkar
Tigers squad and contract news: Benji Marshall has added a mix of experience and youth to his playmaking stocks, with the NRL return of Aidan Sezer complimenting the arrivals of Jayden Sullivan and Latu Fainu. After a tumultuous run at the club, Luke Brooks has moved to Manly for 2024 and beyond, while the club have also farewelled Daine Laurie and Tommy Talau. A number of players, including young hooker Tallyn Da Silva, have been upgraded to the club's top 30 roster.