The NRL has today registered the contract of Kieran Foran allowing him to play for the New Zealand Warriors.
However, Foran will not be permitted to play until Round 3 and his return is subject to a further psychological assessment to ensure he is in the right frame of mind to play in the NRL.
NRL CEO Todd Greenberg and Warriors Managing Director Jim Doyle said they had worked closely over the last four months on a rehabilitation program to help Foran overcome the problems which saw him drop out of the game last year.
“Naturally we are keen to see Kieran back on the field as soon as possible but we have always highlighted that the most important thing is to ensure Kieran is mentally and physically ready for the demands of the NRL,” said Doyle.
“We have seen Kieran’s progress over the last few months and we are confident he will be ready for round three.
“Kieran has already become an integral part of our squad off the field and his team-mates will be thrilled to see him back on the field.”
Foran said he was delighted that his contract had been registered.
“Naturally I would love to return in round one because I love rugby league and I love being part of the Vodafone Warriors,” he said.
“But both the club and NRL have put my welfare first throughout so I am just happy that my contract is registered and I now have a date for my return.”
In addition to Foran combining with halves partner Shaun Johnson, the Warriors welcome back Roger Tuivasa-Sheck from injury in a massive boost to the side's chances of returning to the finals in 2017.
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