Parramatta Eels outside back Bailey Simonsson has been granted permission to speak to rival clubs.
Simonsson has seemingly played his last game for the Eels per multiple reports after his relationship with head coach Jason Ryles was damaged beyond repair as a result of the coach selecting Dylan Brown as Sean Russell's replacement ahead of Simonsson.
This prompted the disgruntled outside back to request his fourth release from the club in the space of just one month.
Despite being contracted till the end of 2027, it is widely believed that if Simonsson can find a new home for the start of next season, the Eels will not stand in his way.
Hence, here are the five potential landing spots that Simonsson could find himself in next season.
3. Sydney Roosters
On the surface, this doesn't seem super likely.
Daniel Tupou and Mark Nawaqanitawase have the two wing spots locked down, yet the Roosters lack depth in the wing, with Junior Tupou and Tom Rodwell acting as backups.
So, how likely is it that Simonsson will sign somewhere knowing he is only there for squad depth?
Unlikely.
However, Nawaqanitawase sparked discussion in late June when he put contract extension talks with the Roosters on hold, weighing up a return to Rugby Union ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
The Roosters are an attractive club to most, and the prospect of slipping into a potentially vacant wing spot in 2027 might be enough for Simonsson to consider playing backup next season.
Where do the Roosters find the cap space from though?
Who knows, but if they want to pursue Simonsson, there won't be much stopping them.
