Victor Radley and Egan Butcher have both re-signed with the Sydney Roosters in a massive boost for the club on the eve of the NRL season.
The pair have become important fixtures in the forward pack in recent years, with Radley starring in both of the premiership-winning teams in 2018 and 2019.
The 24-year-old local junior has signed a new four-year deal, keeping him in Bondi until the end of 2027.
Radley admitted he never thought of leaving the Roosters after spending his entire career linked to the franchise.
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“I can’t imagine myself playing anywhere else,," he said.
"I’m happy to have my long-term future sorted here at the Roosters."
With just under 100 games of NRL experience, Radley made his international debut last year for England in the Rugby League World Cup and is regarded as one of the best lock-forwards in the game.
Butcher has emerged as one of the club's rising stars since making his debut in 2021, making 27 appearances for the Roosters and showing his versatility in both the middle and on the edge.
The 22-year-old was signed until the end of this season, but the extension will see him remain at the Tricolours until at least the end of 2025.
“The Roosters mean a lot to me and I’m stoked that I’ll continue to be part of the team we have here,” he said.
“I know that my best footy is still ahead of me and I’m keen to keep working with Robbo [Trent Robinson], the coaches and senior players we have here to keep improving every day."
Both forwards will line up in the starting 13 against the Dolphins in the opening round of the season, with new recruit Brandon Smith also included in a new-look forward pack.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson praised both stars as integral parts of the organisation.
“Victor and Egan are hard workers who love the tough stuff," he said.
"They’re also good men who play an important role within our squad so it’s great to have them locked in to the club’s long-term plans."
