Despite his role as Belmore's favourite son, a ton of chatter has floated around Canterbury Bulldogs star Matt Burton's potential departure in 2025, with a possible move on the horizon for the 25-year-old.
He is currently contracted until the end of 2027, but should he be made available, several clubs would be vying for his signature.
These are the four most suitable destinations for Burton, should he be let go from the Bulldogs.
4. Parramatta Eels
A link-up between the Parramatta Eels and Matt Burton would be a match made in rugby league heaven.
The Eels are reeling off the departure of Dylan Brown, and while the club has proclaimed their faith in young gun Joash Papalii, he's no Burton. Slotting him in alongside Mitchell Moses in the halves would rival the likes of Jahrome Hughes and Cameron Munster as the best halves pairings in the NRL.
The 'Burton Bomb' is a lethal weapon on its own, but pair it with a top-three halfback in the competition, and you've got a scary sight for opposing defences.
Potential spine with Matt Burton:
1. Isaiah Iongi
6. Matt Burton
7. Mitchell Moses
9. Tallyn Da Silva
