The Australian Kangaroos will struggle to field an elite squad in this year's Ashes series, with multiple stars ruling themselves out due to injury or defecting to other nations.
Following the news that Manly Sea Eagles fullback Tom Trbojevic could be on his way out of the Northern Beaches, it seems he will also join the Kangaroos' list of non-available stars.
According to The Daily Telegraph, Trbojevic has been battling issues with his knee, succumbing to the injury by pulling himself from the Ashes.
'Turbo' was reportedly keen on donning the famous green and gold jumper in 2025, but unfortunately, he could not overcome the knee complaint that has sidelined him for most of the year.
It's been reported that the injury will not require any surgical procedures, but will need an extended rest period if it is to fully heal.
Trbojevic has since reached out to Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters, reluctantly informing him of his decision to miss out on the Ashes.
The 2021 Dally M medallist is focused on putting together a full preseason for the Sea Eagles, with the hope of guiding his side back into finals contention in 2026.
Isn’t this just what I predicted yesterday ?
Manly coach reminds Tom he is on $1.3M next year, and the club wants him fit for day 1 of pre-season, not recovering from the Ashes.
Anyway, he won’t be missed. Kevvie has loads of decent NRL players from which to choose. Sufficient for favouritism.